Conte should give these 3 Chelsea stars a chance against Middlesbrough

Nathan Ake

Despite a stunning performance in Chelsea’s 4-2 win over Tottenham in the FA Cup semi-final last month, defender Nathan Ake has since played just eight minutes for the Blues in the Premier League.

Yet boss Conte may call upon the 22-year-old against struggling Middlesbrough on Monday night.

The Dutchman, who spent the first half of the season on loan at Premier League outfit Bournemouth, was outstanding at Wembley against Spurs, yet has since struggled to dispose the likes of David Luiz, Cesar Azpilicueta, and Gary Cahill from the starting eleven.

However, should Conte look to rotate his defensive options, Ake may earn his first league start of the campaign for the Blues on Monday.