Overview

• Tonight’s match kicks off at 7pm BST at Stamford Bridge and will be shown live in the UK on Channel 5 with streaming on DAZN.
• First-choice centre-back Levi Colwill is doubtful after sustaining a knock in training, casting uncertainty over Chelsea’s defensive line.
• Wesley Fofana has resumed training but will be rested for the next two friendlies, with his return eyed for the Premier League opener.
• Several summer signings – including Joao Pedro, Liam Delap, Estevao, Jamie Gittens and Jorrel Hato – are in contention to make their Stamford Bridge debuts.
• In his first competitive outing as Bayer Leverkusen boss, Erik ten Hag cautioned that his squad lacks the depth to match Chelsea’s numbers.