Does Higuain start for the Blues?

Chelsea tackle Bournemouth tonight seeking to reclaim their hole to fifth-place Arsenal.

The Gunners drew degree on factors with the Blues with their win over Cardiff final night time whereas Manchester United stay simply two factors behind in sixth.

Maurizio Sarri’s males, who misplaced to Arsenal final trip within the top-flight, want a win to make their top-four place barely extra snug.

They tackle Bournemouth, who ended a poor run of league outcomes by beating West Ham final weekend.

Chelsea have already crushed the Cherries twice this season, claiming a 2-Zero league win again in September and profitable their Carabao Cup conflict final month.

Bournemouth vs Chelsea: Workforce information

Bournemouth top-scorer Callum Wilson faces a late health take a look at forward of tonight’s conflict.

The England striker, who has hit 10 league objectives this time period, suffered a knee damage through the closing phases of that win over West Ham.

New signing Chris Mepham might make his debut however fellow January recruit Dominic Solanke isn’t anticipated to characteristic.

Captain Simon Francis and midfielder Lewis Cook dinner stay long-term absentees with knee issues.

As for Chelsea, Gonzalo Higuain is set to make his Premier League debut this evening.

The Argentine made his Blues bow in Sunday’s FA Cup win over Sheffield Wednesday and is set for his first taste of top-flight action.

Eden Hazard was rested in the cup but the Belgian is set to return as one of several changes.

David Luiz, N’Golo Kante and Jorginho are likely to return, while Callum Hudson-Odoi, who is yet to start in the Premier League, could find himself on the bench once more.

Bournemouth vs Chelsea: Kick-off time and find out how to observe

The Premier League conflict on the south coast will get underway at 7:45pm this night.

talkSPORT will probably be across the grounds tonight with our protection getting going from 7pm and you will discover out find out how to tune in by clicking right here.