Newcastle goalkeeper Tim Krul will replace Jak Alnwick in the starting line-up after proving his fitness in a practice match on Thursday.
Leading goalscorer Papiss Cisse and midfielder Cheick Tiote are both on Africa Cup of Nations duty.

Chelsea Vs Newcastle United Live Stream​

Chelsea Vs Newcastle United Live Stream

Chelsea have no fresh injury concerns ahead of their clash with Newcastle.
Oscar was replaced at half-time in Chelsea's previous two matches against Tottenham and Watford but he is expected to keep his place in midfield.

When these teams last met just over a month ago, Chelsea were six points clear at the top of the table and yet to suffer their first defeat of the season. Now, after losing at St James' Park, and more recently taking just a point from their last two matches against Southampton and Tottenham, their advantage has evaporated and the race is on.
There's nothing now separating Chelsea from Manchester City, who've drawn level after winning eight of their last nine league games since mid-November.