Chelsea are likely to be without Alex and Florent Malouda, who are both struggling with hamstring injuries.
Venue: Stamford Bridge Date: Saturday, 3 January Kick-off: 15:00 GMT.
Michael Ballack and John Terry are suspended and Michael Essien is still out with a knee problem, but Ricardo Carvalho is fit again.
Southend striker Francis Laurent hopes to play after recovering from illness.
Jean Francois-Christophe is available after securing a permanent transfer from Portsmouth following a successful loan spell.
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