Goalkeeper and Defence
GK – Robert Sanchez – the Spaniard was one of the few players to come away with any credit from the Villa loss. He made several good saves.
RB – Malo Gusto – the fullback was poor after coming on as a substitute at the weekend, but Reece James’ fitness needs to be managed.
CB – Wesley Fofana – Maresca said that the defender didn’t play on Saturday in order to manage his fitness, and he should return to face Bournemouth.
CB – Trevoh Chalobah – wasn’t at fault for either of Villa’s goals, but he will be keen to respond to the defeat by keeping a clean sheet against the Cherries.
LB – Marc Cucurella – Maresca explained that the left-back was substituted with 20 minutes left on the clock at the weekend due to a tight hamstring. With Jorrel Hato already injured, Cucurella may have to be risked on Tuesday night.
