Middlesbrough defender George Friend is doubtful after suffering a slight injury during training this week.
Daniel Ayala could be available after an ankle problem, while Gaston Ramirez returns after a one-match ban.
Chelsea are hopeful striker Diego Costa will have recovered from the groin injury which ruled him out of international duty for Spain.
Eden Hazard is expected to be fit after a calf problem, but Cesc Fabregas and Ruben Loftus-Cheek are both doubts.
MOTD COMMENTATOR'S NOTES
Guy Mowbray: "Can Boro complete a treble of holding the 'big boys' back?
"The most recent of their current three-game unbeaten run saw them draw at Man City, who had just beaten Barcelona, whilst it began by stifling an Arsenal side that had won seven in a row
"Chelsea also have a trip to the Emirates to 'thank' for their five-match winning streak.