Could Remy get his Chelsea debut this weekend against Swansea following his transfer from QPR?
With one eye on the midweek Champions League fixture against Schalke, Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho could opt to start Loic Remy ahead of Diego Costa this Premier League weekend…
The Portuguese manager hinted today that the Frenchman could make his debut against Swansea on Saturday, with Diego Costa not 100% fit after leaving international duty early with Spain.
Chelsea’s official Twitter account released the following information following a press-conference at the club’s Cobham training ground.
Jose Mourinho says Loic Remy is a contender to make his Chelsea debut tomorrow against Swansea. #CFC
— Chelsea FC (@chelseafc) September 12, 2014
Jose: ‘Diego came back injured on Saturday so he’s had one week to work with the medical department. He has a chance to play.’ #CFC
— Chelsea FC (@chelseafc) September 12, 2014
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The quotes indicate that new signing Remy is likely to be given the nod against Garry Monk’s impressive Welsh side.
The French international arrived towards the end of the transfer window for £8m after Fernando Torres left to join AC Milan on loan.
Both Chelsea and Swansea have nine points from nine, and either will finish the Premie League weekend top of the table if they pick up the three points.
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