Pulisic, Havertz & Ziyech on the chopping board as Chelsea plan squad overhaul

• Chelsea sit 10th in the Premier League
• Worst start of any Chelsea manager in 30 years
• Set to be backed by board

WHAT HAPPENED? The pressure on Potter grew after Chelsea's 2-1 defeat to Fulham on Thursday evening. However, those above him are willing to give him time to change the Blues' fortunes on the pitch by shifting a number of players and continuing the overhaul of the squad, according to The Telegraph. The trio of Christian Pulisic, Kai Havertz and Hakim Ziyech could all leave Stamford Bridge in the summer as Potter carries on rebuilding the London club in his image.

THE BIGGER PICTURE: Experienced campaigners Cesar Azpilicueta, Jorginho, Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang and Kalidou Koulibaly - the latter two of whom only signed in the summer - may also be allowed to leave, with the club keen to trim the wage bill.

Chelsea have already made four signings during the January transfer window, including centre-back Benoit Badiashile from Monaco and Joao Felix on loan from Atletico Madrid, and they are very interested in bringing in PSV's winder Noni Madueke.

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WHAT NEXT FOR CHELSEA? After yet another poor outing on the banks of the Thames against Fulham, they'll be looking for a response when they welcome Crystal Palace to Stamford Bridge on Sunday.