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Scott Trotter

Graham Potter has a new Chelsea undroppable ahead of Manchester United clash

When Graham Potter selected his first team as Chelsea boss, though his formation was something new, he went for a tried and trusted approach.

"We’ve gone for good experience, good know-how of the Champions League and this football club," said the 47-year-old ahead of face Red Bull Salzburg. It was 90 minutes that showed some promise even if the Blues did not leave Stamford Bridge with three points as Kepa Arrizabalaga, Cesar Azpilicueta, Thiago Silva, Marc Cucurella, Reece James, Mason Mount, Jorginho, Mateo Kovacic, Raheem Sterling, Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang and Kai Havertz all started. Only Kepa and Mount have started every match since.

The Champions League draw was an okay start for Potter and nothing more. He emphasised following the 90 minutes, the culture he had both brought and entered into.

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