Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho intends to axe David Luiz and Branislav Ivanovic from his defence for their Champions League clash with Schalke.
The Daily Star says Eden Hazard also will be benched after defeat at Newcastle United.
Ivanovic did not impress Mourinho with his attempts to stop Yoan Gouffran heading the first in for the Magpies.
Belgium playmaker Hazard meanwhile is also likely to be benched for the Blues' all important Champions League fixture against Schalke on Wednesday night, following a dip in form.
