Best XI: Players whose contracts expire in June 2019

Striker: Olivier Giroud

Both Conte and Sarri seem to prefer Alvaro Morata over Olivier Giroud in Chelsea's starting line-up, something that may impact the possibilities of a contract renewal offer for the experienced striker.

Giroud ended his average last season with a poor World Cup show where he failed to manage a single shot on target. His future at London remains uncertain, however, some weeks ago, the Frenchman admitted that he had rejected a move to Marseille.

In fact, Mirror reports that Giroud has decided to fight for his place in the Chelsea squad even though his contract expires in June 2019. The physically talented striker arrived at Stamford Bridge last January and managed to score 5 times since.

Substitutions

Goalkeeper

Petr Cech (Arsenal)

Defenders:

Jan Vertonghen (Tottenham), Chris Smalling (Manchester United), Vincent Kompany (Manchester City), Filipe Luis (Atletico Madrid)

Midfielders

Aaron Ramsey (Arsenal), Juan Mata (Manchester United), Daniele De Rossi (Roma), Ander Herrera (Manchester United), James Milner (Liverpool)

Forwards:

Yacine Brahimi (Porto), Max Cruse (Werder Bremen), Franck Ribery (Bayern Munich), Danny Welbeck (Arsenal)

*Note: David De Gea and Toby Alderweireld were not included as their contracts, ending in June 2019, contain a further year extension clause which can be triggered by their clubs at any moment.