\u00a9 IMAGO – Morgan Rogers is set to join Chelsea<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\nHow Chelsea will line up with Morgan Rogers<\/h2>\n
Goalkeeper has been a problem position at Chelsea for years, but they seem highly unlikely to strengthen their options in between the sticks this summer and Robert Sanchez therefore looks set to retain his place as the club\u2019s first-choice shot-stopper.<\/p>\n
However, back-up goalkeeper Filip Jorgensen is expected to be sold and the Spaniard will therefore face competition from youngster Mike Penders, who is primed to eventually become Chelsea\u2019s number one after an impressive loan spell at Strasbourg last season.<\/p>\n
It remains to be seen what formation Alonso will prefer at Stamford Bridge next term and there are suggestions that he may opt to deploy the same 4-2-3-1 system that both Enzo Maresca and Liam Rosenior favoured in 2025-26.<\/p>\n
But, the Spaniard used a 3-4-3 formation to great success at Bayer Leverkusen and it\u2019s a shape that would suit Chelsea\u2019s squad to a tee.<\/p>\n
Reece James\u2019 injury issues could be negated by playing a more reserved right-sided centre-back role, while Jorrel Hato is perfectly suited to playing on the opposite side, with Levi Colwill in the middle.<\/p>\n
In addition, summer signings Marco Palestra and Geovany Quenda both have extensive experience at wing-back and would provide immense pace down the flanks, which is something that Alonso\u2019s system requires. Pedro Neto would be an alternative to the latter on the left.<\/p>\n
A double pivot of Moises Caicedo and Enzo Fernandez hasn\u2019t always worked during their time together at Chelsea, but the protection of three defenders behind them would certainly help and the pair seem likely to be favoured by Alonso following the sale of Andrey Santos to Manchester United.<\/p>\n
Meanwhile, the arrival of Rogers means there is a possibility that Chelsea could field a hugely exciting front three of Cole Palmer, Joao Pedro and the England superstar, with Estevao Willian utilised as a substitute.<\/p>\n
Alonso could also bring Estevao into his starting XI in a 4-2-3-1 system, with Rogers used as an auxiliary left winger, and this tactical flexibility may prove crucial throughout the season. However, a 3-4-3 formation looks as though it would suit Chelsea\u2019s squad best on paper.<\/p>\n
Chelsea starting XI with Morgan Rogers<\/h3>\n
GK:<\/b> Robert Sanchez<\/p>\n
CB:<\/b> Reece James<\/p>\n
CB:<\/b> Levi Colwill<\/p>\n
CB:<\/b> Jorrel Hato<\/p>\n
RWB:<\/b> Marco Palestra<\/p>\n
CM:<\/b> Moises Caicedo<\/p>\n
CM:<\/b> Enzo Fernandez<\/p>\n
LWB:<\/b> Geovany Quenda<\/p>\n
CAM:<\/b> Cole Palmer<\/p>\n
CAM:<\/b> Morgan Rogers<\/p>\n
ST:<\/b> Jo\u00e3o Pedro<\/p>\nRelated stories:<\/h2>\n
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