Trying to solve the long-standing dilemma of attacking underperformance at Stamford Bridge looks set to carry on into 2023 under Graham Potter.
A brief upturn in form from Chelsea's forwards after the arrival of the 47-year-old in September prompted hopes the years of disappointment might be coming to an end. But that quickly deteriorated as autumn turned to winter and the Blues limped towards the World Cup break.
With the eyes of the footballing world firmly planted on Qatar, Chelsea fans have been intrigued as to how their players will perform after a disappointing start to the season in the Premier League.