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Maurizio Sarri admits he may drop Kepa Arrizabalaga for Chelsea's clash with Tottenham

Chelsea manager Maurizio Sarri has threatened to drop rebel 'keeper Kepa Arrizabalaga after his refusal to be substituted during the Carabao Cup final.

Sarri is considering the 'right decision' for the good of the dressing room before confirming whether Arrizabalaga starts against Tottenham in the Premier League on Wednesday.

'I don't know, I have to decide,' said the Italian when asked about his selection plans. 'Maybe yes. Maybe no. I think he is fit. I have to decide for my group. I want to send a message to my group.'

Maurizio Sarri admits he does not yet know whether he will start Kepa Arrizabalaga vs Spurs
Kepa was pictured in a pensive mood as he arrived for training on Tuesday afternoon

'The message could be Kepa is on the pitch, or Kepa is out of the pitch.