Chelsea’s talisman, Cole Palmer, has been withdrawn from the starting XI to face West Ham at the London Stadium on Friday night.
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Palmer felt discomfort during the warm-up and was led off the pitch by a member of staff.
The England midfielder was replaced by Willian Estevao.
This marks Estevao’s first Premier League start since arriving in the summer.
The 28-year-old lines up in midfield alongside Moises Caicedo and Enzo Fernandez.
Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca made three changes to the side that drew 0-0 at home to Crystal Palace last week, handing Liam Delap a start alongside Joao Pedro, with Jamie Gittens dropping to the bench.
Tosin Adarabioyo returned from injury in place of Josh Acheampong, while Malo Gusto came in for Reece James.
