Chelsea’s talisman, Cole Palmer, has been withdrawn from the starting XI to face West Ham at the London Stadium on Friday night.
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.
West Ham vs Chelsea: Cole Palmer replaced in Maresca’s starting XI
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