Chelsea team news 'leaks' for a second time in a week ahead of crunch PSG Champions League match

The 20-year-old Jorrel Hato is set to partner Trevoh Chalobah in central defence, representing a significant change to Chelsea's backline.

This marks the second occasion in seven days that the Blues' team selection has surfaced in French media prior to kickoff, raising serious questions about information security within the club's inner circle.

Liam Rosenior pledged to investigate after his entire team sheet for the first leg at Parc des Princes emerged in French media before the match.

"I wasn't aware," the Chelsea manager stated. "I'm sure we'll get to the bottom of that if that's the case."

That inquiry now appears to have yielded no results, should Onze Mondial's latest claims prove accurate.

The repeated leaks to a French publication have intensified speculation regarding the identity of the source within Chelsea's setup.

The west London club boasts a substantial French contingent, with Fofana, Benoit Badiashile and Malo Gusto all part of the squad, while numerous players maintain connections to France via representatives or sister club Strasbourg.

There is, however, nothing to suggest any of the trio is responsible.

Fofana's expected demotion follows a torrid spell for the £70million defender, who arrived from Leicester City in 2022.

The Frenchman was part of a backline that conceded five times during the first leg defeat in Paris, before another costly error contributed to Chelsea's loss against Newcastle at the weekend.

Sky Sports pundit Jamie Redknapp delivered a scathing verdict on Fofana's defending for Anthony Gordon's goal.

"Look, he's got a head start and yet, [goalscorer Anthony Gordon] catches up three yards on him," Redknapp observed.

"You can talk all you like about how the press was wrong, no. That, my friend, is wrong. Sprint."

Redknapp added: "He doesn't, because he doesn't believe he's going to pass it to him.

"Then he has the audacity to put his arms out, I don't know what he's complaining about. If you run, you stop the goal."

Beyond Fofana's omission, Chelsea face further defensive headaches with right back Gusto missing Monday's training session due to illness, leaving him doubtful for tonight's encounter and forcing a potential reshuffle across the back four.

Robert Sanchez is expected to start between the posts following an injury to Filip Jorgensen, who has faced criticism in recent weeks, while Marc Cucurella should retain his place in defence.

In midfield and attack, Cole Palmer, Enzo Fernandez and Moises Caicedo are all anticipated to feature from the start, with Joao Pedro and Pedro Neto also likely selections.

Reece James remains sidelined through injury, with Romeo Lavia or Andre Santos potential replacements.