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Tashan Deniran-Alleyne

'Defence will be exposed!' - Chelsea fans can't believe what Frank Lampard has done vs Brighton

Frank Lampard's team selection for this afternoon's Premier League fixture against Brighton and Hove Albion has got a number of Chelsea fans talking.

As expected there is no room for Antonio Rudiger as he is struggling with a groin problem sustained in the win over Wolves earlier in the month, while left-back Emerson Palmieri isn't expected to return until after the next international break.

It was also revealed yesterday that Ruben Loftus-Cheek is making good progress, although a return date hasn't yet been set.

Lampard has opted for a 4-2-3-1 formation this afternoon, but is without N'Golo Kante and Kurt Zouma.

As a result, Andreas Christensen partners Fikayo Tomori in central defence, while Ross Barkley starts alongside the recalled Jorginho in the two deep-lying midfield positions.

Marcos Alonso will operate at left-back.

Tammy Abraham is back up top and will be supported in attack by Willian and Mason Mount.

In total Lampard has made nine changes to the side which beat Grimsby Town 7-1 in the Carabao Cup on Wednesday night as Kepa Arrizabalaga and Tammy Abraham are among those drafted into the starting XI on gameweek seven of the new Premier League campaign.

Chelsea line-up: Kepa; Azpilicueta, Christensen, Tomori, Alonso; Jorginho, Barkley; Willian, Pedro, Mount; Abraham

Most of the reaction from Chelsea supporters on social media has centred around the inclusions of Barkley, Pedro and Willian in the team ahead the likes of Christian Pulisic and Callum Hudson-Odoi.

Take a look at some of the best responses on Twitter...

For match action from Stamford Bridge, follow football.london's live blog right here.

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