Chelsea are back in action in the Premier League looking to snap a two-game losing streak when they host bottom of the league, Southampton, at Stamford Bridge.
It's been a difficult start to 2025 for Chelsea. Injuries and outgoing players during the latest transfer window have only hindered a side that was already trending downwards. After a promising start to Enzo Maresca's debut Premier League season which included a 5–1 thrashing of Southampton, the Blues have won just two of their last 10 games, falling from second to seventh in the standings.
Despite back-to-back defeats, Chelsea remain only four points back of third place Nottingham Forest, with their two upcoming fixtures against teams currently in the relegation zone.
Maresca continues to look for alternatives to cope with his injury crisis in attack. Pedro Neto had a good performance as a striker in the 1–2 loss vs. Aston Villa over the weekend, making it likely he repeats in that role. Trevoh Chalobah left the game vs. Villa with an injury and will be unavailable for the match.
Here's how Chelsea could line up vs. Southampton on Tuesday, Feb. 25.
