Chelsea and Aston Villa have announced their starting lineups for their upcoming match, and there are some injuries that could affect the game.

After a brief hiatus, Cole Palmer is set to make his return to the field as Chelsea takes on Aston Villa in a highly anticipated Premier League clash later today. The Blues are hoping to have both Pedro Neto and Malo Gusto back in action, bringing some much-needed depth to the team.

As has become customary, Enzo Maresca made some strategic changes to his lineup for Thursday's Conference League victory over Heidenheim. Only Noni Madueke and Levi Colwill, two key players, made the trip to Germany while the rest of the team got some much-deserved rest. Christopher Nkunku continued to impress with another goal, and while Maresca assures he will have opportunities to shine in the Premier League, Nicolas Jackson's recent form suggests he will retain his spot on the starting lineup.

Neto had been sidelined due to an injury sustained during international duty, causing him to miss the team's win over Leicester City. Similarly, Gusto also picked up a knock that kept him out of France Under-21 duty and the trip to the King Power Stadium. However, both players have returned to training this week and are expected to be available for today's match.

Maresca confirmed in a pre-match interview that both Neto and Gusto will be training with the team and should be fit to play against Villa. This news will surely be a relief for the team and fans alike, as both players are key contributors to Chelsea's success.

In other injury news, Reece James, who had been a consistent starter for the Blues recently, is facing another spell on the sidelines. He had started three consecutive games before coming off the bench against Arsenal, but missed out on last weekend's match due to a hamstring issue. The team is taking no chances with his fitness and will continue to monitor his progress.

Despite James' absence, Chelsea can still count on the creative talents of Palmer. He has been in top form this season and is expected to continue his impressive performances. Another player to watch out for is Jadon Sancho, who made his return to the field in Thursday's match, providing two assists. However, with Neto's potential return, it remains to be seen if Sancho will start today.

As for the predicted lineup, Maresca is likely to field a strong team consisting of Sanchez, Gusto, Fofana, Colwill, Cucurella, Caicedo, Lavia, Madueke, Palmer, Neto, and Jackson. This lineup is sure to give Villa a tough match and secure another victory for the Blues.

For those wondering where to watch the match, it will kick off at 1:30 pm on Sunday, with live coverage available on Sky Sports Premier League and Sky Sports Main Event. Fans can also catch the game through the Sky Go app or NOW TV. With both teams in top form, this is sure to be an exciting match that should not be missed.

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