Fernandez returns as Chelsea host Man Utd

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Midfielder Enzo Fernandez is available for Chelsea ahead of their Premier League fixture against Manchester United this weekend.

Enzo Fernandez has returned to the Chelsea squad for the upcoming visit of Manchester United. The Argentina midfielder missed recent fixtures following a minor injury sustained during the international break. His return provides manager Enzo Maresca with additional options in central midfield, according to Sky Sports.

Chelsea currently occupy ninth position in the Premier League table after a series of inconsistent results. The team drew their last match 2-2 against Sheffield United at Bramall Lane. Defensively, the club has conceded 52 goals this season, which is its highest total at this stage of a top-flight campaign since 1991, per ESPN.

Manchester United travel to Stamford Bridge sitting sixth in the standings. Erik ten Hag's side recently recorded a 1-1 draw against Brentford. The visitors have won three of the last five meetings between these two clubs in all competitions. Chelsea remain without several long-term absentees including captain Reece James and Christopher Nkunku, as reported by the Premier League.

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