Serie A continues with the two 6:30 PM kick-offs before the grand finale with Inter taking on Udinese. At the same time, two potential challengers to Inter are in action: Fabregas' Como, coming off a brilliant Champions League win and hosting Parma, and Gasperini's Roma, with a perfect record, travelling to Turin.
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Below are the official line-ups for the match.
COMO (4-2-3-1): Butez; Couto, Ramon, Chalobah, Valle; Caqueret, Perrone; Diao, Paz, Baturina; Douvikas.
PARMA (3-5-2): Corvi; Britschgi, Delprato, Diego Carlos, Troilo, Valeri; Ordóñez, Keita, Fabbian; Lontani, Romero.

#parma #fabregas #champions

In his first UEFA Champions League test as new coach, Martin Demichelis and RB Leipzig travel to Lombardy, taking on competition debutantes FC Como 1907 at 21:00 CET tonight.
With around an hour to go before kickoff, the confirmed FC Como 1907 vs. RB Leipzig lineups have been announced – and you can find the official starting XIs below.
FC Como 1907 starting XI (4-2-3-1):
Butez – Couto, Chalobah, Ramón, Valle – Milla, Da Cunha – Baturina, Paz, Diao – Douvikas
RB Leipzig starting XI (4-3-3):

#uefa #demichelis #butez

Matchday 3 of Serie A gets underway with Friday night's early kickoff at the Luigi Ferraris Stadium. Genoa and Como face off.
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There is great curiosity around Cesc Fabregas' team, who for the first time will have to play with the added burden of a midweek Champions League match. Daniele De Rossi, meanwhile, hopes to pick up his first points despite a brutal schedule.
GENOA (3-5-2): Bijlow; Marcandalli, Ostigard, Vasquez; Sabelli, Sow, Frendrup, Baldanzi, Ellertsson; Osmajic, Colombo.
COMO (4-2-3-1): Butez; Couto, Ramón, Chalobah, Valle; Perrone, Da Cunha; Diao, Nico Paz, Baturina; Douvikas.

#serie #como #luigi #watch

Trevoh Chalobah ended his near 20-year ****** ociation with Chelsea by joining Como 1907 this summer, but his journey through his boyhood club taught him one thing above all - resilience.
You only need to look at the England defender's career to see how the 27-year-old managed to fulfill his dream of playing for Chelsea while also overcoming plenty of setbacks.
He went from crying in the car because he did not feel good enough while playing alongside Mason Mount and Declan Rice during his childhood at the Cobham academy, to being left out of first-team training as a member of the so-called "bomb squad" under former boss Enzo Maresca in 2024, before being made available for transfer and sent out on loan.
Each time, Chalobah bounced back to become a regular starter for Chelsea.
He was recalled from a loan spell at Crystal Palace in January 2025 and ultimately made 151 appearances for the Blues before completing a £31m move to Italy to join Serie A side Como under manager Cesc Fabregas last week.

#trevoh

Arsenal are monitoring Como defender Jacobo Ramon, according to The Athletic. Mikel Arteta would like the Gunners to strengthen at the back with William Saliba and Jurrien Timber both currently injured. Ramon is on **** nal's shortlist, and the fans will get to see him in action at the Emirates Stadium tomorrow (Wednesday). The North Londoners take on Como in their last pre-season friendly before Sunday's Community Shield against Manchester City.
Ramon will be featuring in the game, giving **** nal another chance to run the rule over him before they make a final decision. Como have recently signed Trevoh Chalobah from Chelsea and could be open to selling the Gunners target for the right price. The 21-year-old Spaniard joined the Serie A club from Real Madrid last summer, making 37 appearances across all competitions. The 6ft 5in Ramon is an aerial threat and is comfortable in possession, qualities Arteta desires in his defenders as he eyes physically strong options in the position.
The Como defender won the Super Cup with Madrid in 2024, winning the European Under-19 Championship with Spain the same year. The chance to join a club regularly competing and winning major silverware could appeal to Ramon.

#ramon #last

Como have completed the signing of England centre-back Trevoh Chalobah from Chelsea for a reported fee of 30 million euros ($34.5 million), the Serie A club announced Sunday.
The 27-year-old has penned a five-year deal with Cesc Fabregas's ambitious side, who will play in the Champions League for the first time this season.
"I can't wait to bring my experience to the team, feel the incredible atmosphere at the stadium, and connect with the fans," said Chalobah, who made 151 appearances for Chelsea.
"I will give my absolute all every single day to make history together."
Como pipped AC Milan and Juventus to Italy's fourth and final Champions League place last season.

#chalobah #Chelsea #champions #england

Trevoh Chalobah has posted an emotional farewell to Chelsea on social media after his move to Como was confirmed on Sunday.
The 27-year-old England international played 151 matches for the club he joined as as nine-year-old.
"After 18 years, it's time to say goodbye to Chelsea," he wrote alongside a montage of his journey with the Blues.
"I arrived as a nine-year-old with a dream, and I leave as a man who's lived that dream in ways I never imagined. This journey tested me, lifted me, and strengthened me. To every teammate, coach, staff member, and supporter, thank you for shaping me. I gave everything I had, and I'm proud of the person this club helped me become.
"To the young players: the path won't always be smooth. But stay ready, stay positive, and keep your faith. God's timing is always right. Thank you all, truly, with love and gratitude."

#thank

Italian club Como have signed defender Trevoh Chalobah from Chelsea in a deal worth more than £30m.
The 27-year-old has signed a five-year contract with Cesc Fabregas' side, who secured Champions League qualification by finishing fourth in Serie A last season.
Chelsea will receive an initial £25.7m, with a further £5.1m available in add-ons following protracted negotiations.
The centre-back, who has two senior England caps and was a late call-up to their World Cup squad, leaves his boyhood team after nearly 20 years, having joined Chelsea as a child.
"Trevoh is an important signing for us and a player who represents the level of ambition we have at this club," said Fabregas, who was briefly a team-mate of the centre-back during his time at Stamford Bridge.

#Chelsea

Como have officially signed Trevoh Chalobah from Chelsea for a reported fee of €30m plus add-ons. 'It's an ambitious, rising project, and working with manager Cesc Fabregas again is truly special.'
The negotiations had been dragging on for quite a few weeks, including a period where Como backed out in a pact of non-aggression with Inter.
However, when the Nerazzurri decided the asking price of €30m plus add-ons was too steep, they walked away from the table and left it to Como.
ATLANTA, GEORGIA – JULY 01: Trevoh Chalobah #12 of England arrives at the stadium before the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round Of 32 match between England and Congo DR at Atlanta Stadium on July 01, 2026 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Richard Pelham/Getty Images)
Chalobah arrived in Italy on Wednesday for his medical tests, but the transfer was only made official today.

#como #chalobah #plus

Chelsea travels to Indonesia for another pre-season friendly as they face AC Milan on Saturday at the Gelora Bung Karno Stadium.
Date: Saturday, 8th August.
Kick-off: 1pm BST.
Venue: Gelora Bung Karno Stadium, Jakarta, Indonesia.
Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso faces significant selection dilemmas ahead of the friendly in Jakarta, primarily driven by a heavily depleted squad following the World Cup. A large contingent of first-team regulars—including Enzo Fernández, Reece James, Malo Gusto, Jordan Henderson, Maxence Lacroix, Morgan Rogers, and Valentín Barco—remain entirely unavailable as they build up fitness. On a positive note, Cole Palmer and Levi Colwill are expected to return to action after being rested against Juventus due to minor knocks. Mykhailo Mudryk is also in line for increased minutes, building on his brief substitute appearance which marked his return to football after a 20-month anti-doping suspension. Meanwhile, Trevoh Chalobah has been left out of the touring squad entirely as he edges closer to a permanent transfer away from Stamford Bridge. This leaves room for new signings like Danny Welbeck and young winger Geovany Quenda to push for starting roles.

#Chelsea #stadium

Crystal Palace are making a move for Axel Disasi, who could join on a loan with an option to buy according to French media.
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Earlier today we were writing about Chelsea's situation defensively. With Maxence Lacroix now signed, there are ten central defenders on the books. The Blues need to get moving, and the good news is that things could move pretty fast now.
With five of them likely to stick around in Xabi Alonso's squad and two potentially going on loan, three are left to be sold. Trevoh Chalobah is on the verge of joining Como, leaving Benoit Badiashile and Axel Disasi as the most likely to make permanent moves away.
LONDON, ENGLAND – DECEMBER 19: Axel Disasi of Chelsea of Chelsea during the UEFA Conference League 2024/25 League Phase MD6 match between Chelsea FC and Shamrock Rovers FC at Stamford Bridge on December 19, 2024 in London, England. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)

#loan

Reports are growing in Italy that Como are close to an agreement with Chelsea for Trevoh Chalobah, reaching the €30m fixed fee asking price for the defender.
BRIGHTON, ENGLAND – APRIL 21: Trevoh Chalobah of Chelsea during the warm up during the Premier League match between Brighton & Hove Albion and Chelsea at Amex Stadium on April 21, 2026 in Brighton, England. (Photo by Warren Little/Getty Images)
He had also been heavily linked with Inter, and the subject of a pact of non-aggression between the two Serie A clubs for his signature.
However, when Inter withdrew their interest and instead focused on John Stones and Cristian Romero, it opened up the door for Como to resume negotiations.
LONDON, ENGLAND – FEBRUARY 21: Trevoh Chalobah of Chelsea during the Premier League match between Chelsea and Burnley at Stamford Bridge on February 21, 2026 in London, England. (Photo by Justin Setterfield/Getty Images)

#Chelsea #chalobah

Maxence Lacroix says he has joined "the best club in the world" after completing his move to Chelsea from Crystal Palace.
The 26-year-old has signed a deal until 2032, with Chelsea paying a fee of around £52m to sign the Frenchman.
"I think it's the best move for me because it's the best club in the world," Lacroix said.
"I spoke with Malo. I spoke with Trev [Chalobah]. I spoke with Benoit [Badiashile]. It's easy for people to speak well about this club because it has a lot of big history and I'm really proud to be a part of it now.
"I spoke with the manager on the phone. We spoke about tactics, we spoke about how he sees the game. First of all, I was happy just to speak about football with him, and I saw that we have the same direction and desire for this club.

#club #lacroix

Chelsea will kick off their pre-season schedule on Tuesday with a clash against Australia's Western Sydney Wanderers at the Accor Stadium.
This match signals the start of a new chapter for the club, as Xabi Alonso officially takes charge as head coach. The Blues are effectively starting from scratch after a disappointing 2025/26 Premier League campaign, which saw them finish 10th. With no pre-season matches played so far, Chelsea head into this fixture short on match fitness and overall rhythm, making their Australian opener a challenging starting point.
The squad travelling to Australia is far from full strength, with several important players unavailable.
A number of key names are still recovering after international duty, including Reece James, Trevoh Chalobah, Pedro Neto, and Enzo Fernández, all of whom featured in the latter stages of the World Cup.
In addition, summer signings Emmanuel Emegha and Geovany Quenda have remained in London as they deal with minor injury concerns.

#head #sydney

Como remain firmly in the race for Trevoh Chalobah, with fresh talks scheduled with Chelsea on Saturday 25 July as the clubs attempt to reach a final agreement over the defender's future. According to Sky Italia, discussions are ongoing and the key issue continues to centre on the structure of the fee.
The broad outline of the negotiations is clear. Chelsea want £30m guaranteed to sanction Chalobah's departure, while Como are currently holding at around £25m, with a preference for part of the package to be tied to appearances and performance-related objectives. That gap is not vast, but it remains significant enough to prevent an immediate conclusion.
Como's recruitment drive has included a strong focus on adding quality at centre-back, with the club looking to provide Cesc Fabregas with a proven option in defence. Chalobah has emerged as the leading target, and this latest round of discussions suggests the Serie A side are serious about seeing the move through.
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From Chelsea's perspective, the stance is understandable. Chalobah is coming off a productive campaign in which he made 34 Premier League appearances and scored three goals, while also featuring eight times in the Champions League. Those numbers reflect both availability and trust, two attributes that naturally strengthen his market value.

#discussions

Italian side Como have submitted an improved formal offer to Chelsea for versatile defender Trevoh Chalobah, with direct negotiations ongoing to finalise an agreement. Xabi Alonso is at Stamford Bridge.
The ambitious Serie A club have structured a new proposal worth a guaranteed €25 million, plus €5m in performance-related add-ons. Crucially, the add-ons are understood to be highly attainable, effectively ensuring the total fee reaches €30 million to satisfy Chelsea’s valuation.
This move follows an earlier opening bid from Como that fell short of Chelsea’s expectations. While the Blues hierarchy initially held out for a premium fee for their academy graduate, this upgraded, nearly guaranteed arrangement has significantly narrowed the valuation gap between the two clubs.
From the player’s perspective, Chalobah is said to be very keen on a move to Lombardy. The 27-year-old English defender is attracted by the sporting project under manager Cesc Fabregas, where he would be guaranteed a central role in the defence. Having spent recent seasons on the fringes at Chelsea, Chalobah sees a move to Italy as the ideal opportunity to re-establish himself as a regular starter.
Negotiations between Chelsea and Como remain active as the two clubs work to finalise the details of a deal. With personal terms not expected to pose any obstacle, given the player’s eagerness to join Fabregas’ side, momentum is building toward a swift resolution in the coming days.

#como #fabregas #negotiations #finalise

Lacroix has been granted permission to undergo a medical at Chelsea after the two teams agreed a fee.
The fee involved is undisclosed, though Crystal Palace were seeking around £55m for the France international.
Lacroix has impressed since signing for Palace from Wolfsburg in an £18m deal in 2024. The 26-year-old helped the club to FA Cup success in his debut season and has also lifted the Community Shield and Europa Conference League at Selhurst Park, the first major trophies in the club's history.
Lacroix also helped France to theWorld Cup semi-finals this summer and has won seven senior caps since his international debut earlier this year.
According toSky Sports, Chelsea offered Palace the chance to take Axel Disasi, Benoit Badiashile or former loanee Trevoh Chalobah as part of the package.

#lacroix #international

Chelsea have hit a snag in their efforts to offload Trevoh Chalobah this summer.
According to Alfredo Pedulla, the Blues have reached out to Como to revive negotiations for the England international, but reaching an agreement will be difficult.
The 27-year-old is also attracting interest from Serie A champions Inter Milan.
However, Chelsea have been forced to explore other options after the Italian giants temporarily paused their interest in Chalobah.
At the moment, Inter and Como are the clubs mostly interested in Chalobah, meaning the Englishman is more than likely to end up in Italy this summer.

Aston Villa ******* s Pervis Estupinan, Bruno Guimaraes is not for sale, Inter Milan give up on signing Trevoh Chalobah.
AC Milan's Ecuador left-back Pervis Estupinan, 28, is one of the targets being ******* sed by Aston Villa. (Mail)
Bruno Guimaraes is viewed as not being for sale by Newcastle, despite rumours of ******* nal thinking they could get the 28-year-old Brazil midfielder for £50m. (Newcastle Chronicle)
Inter Milan have given up on signing England defender Trevoh Chalobah as they cannot afford Chelsea's asking price of £30m, but Como are still interested in the 27-year-old. (Corriere dello Sport - in Italian)
Chelsea are set make an offer which could reach £21m for Rayo Vallecano's Spanish left-back Pep Chavarria, 28. (Marca - in Spanish)

Aston Villa ***** s Pervis Estupinan, Bruno Guimaraes is not far sale, Inter Milan give up on signing Trevoh Chalobah.
AC Milan's Ecuador left-back Pervis Estupinan, 28, is one of the targets being ***** sed by Aston Villa. (Mail)
Bruno Guimaraes is viewed as not being for sale by Newcastle, despite rumours of ***** nal thinking they could get the 28-year-old Brazil midfielder for £50m. (Newcastle Chronicle)
Inter Milan have given up on signing England defender Trevoh Chalobah as they cannot afford Chelsea's asking price of £30m, but Como are still interested in the 27-year-old. (Corriere dello Sport - in Italian)
Chelsea are set make an offer which could reach £21m for Rayo Vallecano's Spanish left-back Pep Chavarria, 28. (Marca - in Spanish)

There is no doubt that the 2025-26 season was Nico O'Reilly's breakout campaign. The Manchester City youngster continued on from his impressive form at the back end of the 2024-25 season to become a key player for his team last season. In the process, Nico O'Reilly earned himself a spot in England's World Cup squad. As England have progressed to the semi-final stage of the competition, O'Reilly has played a key role for his country. While other players, such as Harry Kane and Jude Bellingham, have rightly gotten the headlines and plaudits, Nico O'Reilly's play at left-back has been crucial to Thomas Tuchel's side's run during the World Cup.
Throughout their World Cup campaign, England have dealt with injuries at the back. Predictably, Newcastle United full-back Tino Livramento went down injured on the eve of the tournament. He was withdrawn from England's squad and replaced by Trevor Chalobah. Reece James and John Stones have also suffered injury issues and Jarrell Quansah was suspended for two matches after being sent off in England's dramatic 3-2 win over Mexico in their epic Round of 16 clash. Thomas Tuchel has had to cobble together solutions at right-back. Meanwhile, at left-back, Nico O'Reilly has quietly had an impressive tournament for England.
Nico O'Reilly has been a steady presence at left-back for his country. He has started five of England's six matches and his performances have been exactly what Thomas Tuchel had required. O'Reilly has been solid defensively, as his size and athleticism have been important for his team. He has also gotten forward well, although the goals haven't come yet for the Manchester City youngster. However, with Nico O'Reilly's habit of stepping up in big moments, it wouldn't be a surprise to see him score a crucial goal for England in their semi-final clash against Argentina. Speaking of Argentina a huge test awaits England and Nico O'Reilly and it is one that O'Reilly will have to be fully prepared for.
Up next for England is their arch rival Argentina in the second semi-final of this summer's World Cup. Thomas Tuchel's side will be hoping to avoid a similar fate to the England teams of 1986 and 1998 where Argentina eliminated them. Standing in England's way is a tough and battle-hardened Argentina side led by Lionel Messi. Messi has starred at the World Cup and has scored eight goals so far at the tournament. To qualify for the World Cup final, England have to find a way to subdue Messi and Nico O'Reilly will likely have an important role in that process.
Lionel Messi tends plays a free role in the final third for Argentina and he picks his moments as to when he clicks into gear. Often, Messi cuts in from the right to inflict maximum damage. If the Argentinian legend does this against England, it will be up to Nico O'Reilly to an extent, with help from his teammates, to quell the influence of Argentina's match-winner. There is no doubt that the Manchester City youngster knows the size of the task ahead

Inter Milan are pursuing Bologna centre-back Jhon Lucumí and have proposed Ebenezer Akinsanmiro as a makeweight in a potential deal, with a €28 million release clause set to expire on 15 July concentrating minds on both sides.
According to TuttoMercatoWeb, citing Corriere dello Sport, the Nerazzurri have already made preliminary enquiries at Bologna and are now ******* sing whether to structure an offer around the young Nigerian midfielder alongside a cash component.
Lucumí, contracted to Bologna until 2027, is left-footed and primarily operates on the left of a back four – not the right-sided profile Chivu has prioritised. However, the Colombian international's pace and comfort with a high defensive line are seen as directly compatible with how Chivu wants to set up, and his established Serie A record eliminates any adaptation risk.
The €28 million release clause expires on 15 July. After that date, Inter believe a figure in the region of €20 million – supplemented by Akinsanmiro as a technical counterpart – could be sufficient to open a serious negotiation with Bologna sporting director Sartori, with Akinsanmiro among the profiles understood to appeal to him.
Trevoh Chalobah remains the Nerazzurri's primary defensive target, as covered in Inter's centre-back pursuit, but Chelsea's insistence on at least €35 million has stalled progress. Lucumí represents a more accessible alternative at a meaningful discount.

Reports are growing that Como will improve their opening €20m offer for Galatasaray and Colombia international defender Davinson Sanchez.
There had already been Italian suggestions that the Lariani had turned towards the experienced centre-back, who turns 31 this weekend, after backing off Chelsea man Trevoh Chalobah.
ISTANBUL, TURKEY – MARCH 14: Davinson Sanchez of Galatasaray reacts during the Trendyol Super Lig match between Galatasaray SK and Rams Basaksehir FK at Rams Park Stadium on March 14, 2026 in Istanbul, Turkey. (Photo by Ahmad Mora/Getty Images)
According to La Gazzetta dello Sport, Como have already made an opening proposal to Galatasaray worth a total of around €20m including add-ons.
That might not be sufficient, as the Turkish side is holding out for closer to €25-30m, especially after his impressive 2026 World Cup campaign with Colombia.

It’s not all about the World Cup—there have also been other news stories worth highlighting.
In a recent interview, the Real Sociedad captain admitted that he has no intention of leaving the club of his life, despite rumors linking him with Barcelona.
Following Nagelsmann’s departure, Germany is looking for a new national team manager, and the leadership of the German Football Federation is already heading to the United States to speak in person with Jürgen Klopp, who, for now, would be willing to listen to the proposal.
At this point, there is little doubt that Bayern’s French star will continue wearing the Bavarian club’s colors, but if there were any remaining doubts, Upamecano made sure to put them to rest.
Despite the World Cup, the transfer market never stops, and the latest name on the table is Trevoh Chalobah, who is being linked with a move to strengthen Como’s squad.

Como are ready to make a new offer for Trevoh Chalobah after the €28m plus €2m add-ons was rejected by Chelsea, as the fight with Inter goes on.
The two clubs have been competing for several different transfer targets this summer and Chalobah is the latest in this tug of war.
KANSAS CITY, KANSAS – JUNE 20: Trevoh Chalobah #12 of England. during training on June 20, 2026 in Kansas City, Kansas. (Photo by Richard Pelham/Getty Images)
According to Sky Sport Italia, Como had made the opening offer at €25m plus €2m in bonuses, rejected because Chelsea are asking for €30m plus €5m add-ons.
A second bid was improved to €28m plus €2m add-ons, but again turned down.

Trevoh Chalobah’s agents are in Italy to hold talks with Inter and Como, but the latest updates point towards the Nerazzurri having the advantage in the race to land the England international from Chelsea. Here’s why.
Inter have already crossed paths with both Chelsea and Como this summer: The West Londoners beat the Nerazzurri to the signing of Italy talent Marco Palestra in June, and though Cristian Chivu’s side had considered reinvesting the funds they had set aside for the right-back on Nico Paz instead, the Argentine has re-committed to Como, at least for the 2026-27 season.
The three clubs are again connected by centre-back Chalobah, who is reportedly of interest to both Como and Inter this summer, both on the lookout for defensive reinforcements ahead of their respective Champions League campaigns in 2026-27.
According to reports from Alfredo Pedullà, Como have already held discussions with Chelsea over the potential signing of Chalobah, whilst the Corriere dello Sport claims that an offer of €30m including bonuses has been turned down. Inter and Como are both aware of the fact that Chelsea are seeking a package of €35m with at least €30m in guaranteed fees.
Various reports suggest that Como are unlikely to satisfy those demands in the near future, especially after spending €60m on the re-signing of Nico Paz. A further €14m has gone on the signing of Kaiki and Cesc Fabregas is hoping to strengthen in several other areas of the pitch, which makes Chalobah start to look a touch on the expensive side.

Axel Tuanzebe has urged more English-raised footballers to represent their countries of origin to raise the level of African football.
Tuanzebe was part of the DR Congo side eliminated byEngland in the 2026 World Cup last 32 on Wednesday evening. The 28-year-old was born in DR Congo but relocated to England at a young age.
The centre-back represented England at youth level, before pledging his international allegiance to his birth country in 2024. This summer, he has formed part of a DR Congo side that has reached theWorld Cup knockout rounds for the first time.
He urged other English-raised footballers to consider representing African nations at international level.
England internationals Marc Guehi (Ivory Coast) and Trevoh Chalobah (Sierre Leone) with were both born in Africa, while teammates Bukayo Saka, Eberechi Eze, Noni Madueke, Ezri Konsa and Kobbie Mainoo were all eligible to represent African nations alongside the Three Lions.

England face a pivotal moment in their World Cup campaign on Wednesday as they enter the last-32 knockout stage against the Democratic Republic of Congo.
The clash marks the beginning of a high-stakes, all-or-nothing phase for the squad, with the path to glory now a five-game sprint over less than three weeks, and here are five key talking points ahead of Wednesday's match...
Thomas Tuchel has a significant selection headache at right-back. With Reece James sidelined by a hamstring injury and his replacement against Panama, Jarell Quansah, also doubtful due to an ankle problem, options are scarce.
Tuchel is left to choose between Djed Spence, typically a left-back, and Aston Villa's Ezri Konsa, a natural centre-back who could get the nod.
This predicament casts a spotlight on Tuchel's earlier decisions to omit Trent Alexander-Arnold and replace the injured Tino Livramento with another central defender, Trevoh Chalobah.

England defender Tino Livramento has undergone surgery after being forced to withdraw from the World Cup squad, his club Newcastle United has confirmed.
The full-back sustained a calf injury just days before England's opening match of the summer tournament against Croatia.
Livramento was subsequently replaced in the squad by Chelsea's Trevoh Chalobah and returned to Newcastle for treatment. The Magpies provided an update on his condition on Tuesday.
A statement from the club read: "Newcastle United can confirm that Tino Livramento has successfully undergone a minor surgical procedure. The defender, who returned from World Cup duty with an injury, is expected to return during pre-season."
The 23-year-old had only recently made a comeback, featuring as a substitute in England's friendly against New Zealand on June 6, after missing the conclusion of Newcastle's 2025-26 campaign due to a thigh injury.

According to multiple reports, Como 1907 have followed up their supposed interest in Trevoh Chalobah with an actual offer, but that offer falls short of Chelsea’s valuation for our defender.
The Serie A hotshots have submitted a £22m bid, but presumably that got rejected as Chelsea are said to want £30m, plus another £5m in potentaial add-ons.. That’s not a big difference in absolute terms, but considering that this is already more than Como have ever spent on a player*, it may yet prove a fairly significant hurdle.
*Prior to this summer, Como’s record transfer was the €22.5m they spent on Jesús Rodríguez. Technically, that’s still the case, though the deal they have agreed with Real Madrid for Nico Paz this week will cost them, once all the various buybacks and whatnot are tabulated, a reported €60m.
In any case, it’s not quite clear how Como could ever afford to spend this much and still stay onside of FFP/PSR rules, but I guess that’s not something we need to worry about. What we do need to worry about is if they can scrape together £8m more, Chalobah could be on his way.
And that would be quite the shame, considering the 26-year-old Academy graduate’s career path, and his repeated ability to convince Chelsea coaches and directors of his worth (at least on the pitch). He’s been steady and reliable, even through multiple loans and an untold amount of coaching changes. He made 47 appearances for us in all competitions last season, and was basically the only consistent and consistently available center back option.