The latest setback – a 2-0 defeat at Arsenal on Saturday evening – was followed by Sarri questioning the desire of his players in the media, and it comes at a time when the futures of a number of their most valued players remain up in the air.The team’s style of play is being criticised by the club’s supporters, but Sarri is unlikely to change his philosophy despite Chelsea potentially needing at least two goals to progress through to the final of this competition.The West Londoners have not scored more than two times against Premier League opposition since October 28, and Sarri is seemingly pinning his hopes on improving that return with the addition of Juventus forward Gonzalo Higuain.The Argentine must sign before midday on Wednesday to be available for the game on Thursday night, and his presence may prove to be the difference when Chelsea go in search of the goals which they require to get past Spurs.
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Chelsea possible starting lineup:
Arrizabalaga; Azpilicueta, Rudiger, Luiz, Alonso; Kante, Jorginho, Kovacic; Pedro, Giroud, Hazard
Tottenham Hotspur possible starting lineup:
Lloris; Alderweireld, Sanchez, Vertonghen; Trippier, Dier, Winks, Davies; Eriksen, Lamela, Llorente
