Confirmed Officials: Chelsea vs Leicester City | Premier League

The officials have been confirmed for Chelsea’s Premier League clash against Leicester City at Stamford Bridge on Saturday afternoon.

Chelsea head back to Stamford Bridge after suffering a dismal 3-0 defeat to Leeds United last weekend at Elland Road which saw them finish the game with 10 men after Kalidou Koulibaly was sent off in Yorkshire.

The visitors won in midweek against Stockport County on penalties in the Carabao Cup following a 2-1 loss at home to Southampton in the Premier League.

Now the officials for the league meeting have been revealed by the Premier League ahead of the encounter.

Referee

The Premier League confirmed that Paul Tierney will take charge of the meeting as the 2022/23 season continues.

Assistants

Paul Tierney will be supported by Stuart Burt and Dan Cook on the touchline.

Fourth Official

David Coote has been named as the Fourth Official for Saturday's match, with the referee overseeing conduct within the two dugouts, and the behaviour of managers Thomas Tuchel and Brendan Rodgers.

VAR/Assistant VAR

Overviewing proceedings from Stockley Park on Saturday afternoon will be Andre Marriner, who has been named as the Video Assistant Referee, with the Assistant Video Assistant Referee being Ian Hussin.

Thomas Tuchel at Stamford Bridge as Chelsea played Spurs. (Alamy)

What has been said ahead of the game?

It remains unclear whether Chelsea target Wesley Fofana will feature on Saturday due to the transfer interest. He didn't feature against Southampton and has been dropped to the U23s as a result of the speculation.

Following three rejected Chelsea bids, Rodgers admitted: “There’s an offer gone in and it’s been rejected. It’ll be the club’s decision which is ultimately over my head. Clubs need to find an agreement.

From a football perspective, if it happens the sooner the better because it may allow us to do some work. The valuation needs to be met for (Leicester owner) Top and the other board members.

"He’s not training with the first team, he’s with the U23s to get his football fitness.

"It’s important to control any distractions. I can only use players who have full commitment. Until then he trains with the U23s."