Predicted Chelsea lineup against West Ham, Conte confirms minor injury concern

Leaders Chelsea face off against rivals West Ham United in Monday's Premier League clash at the London Stadium.

The Blues are eight points ahead of second-placed Tottenham Hotspur, and they could extend this lead further, should Spurs fall short against Everton on Sunday.

Formation: 3-4-3

Lineup:

Belgian shot-stopper Thibaut Courtois will retain his spot as ever, The keeper has been ever-present for the Blues this season.

David Luiz has played through a minor knee problem since December. In spite of this, he is predicted to start in the heart of a three-man defence which includes Cesar Azplicueta and Gary Cahill.

Victor Moses and Marcos Alonso have served the right wing-back and left wing-back positions with perfection in recent weeks. The former will be buoyed with his extension earlier in the month.

Cesc Fabregas notched a goal and assist in his 300th EPL appearance - the first Spaniard to do so. He could be tipped to retain his spot alongside N'Golo Kante in the centre of the park.

In his press conference, pre-match, Conte confirmed that Eden Hazard received a 'kick in training', which could rule him out against the Hammers.

His absence could see Willian deployed on the right wing with the ever-efficient Pedro on the left while Diego Costa will take up his usual centre-forward position.