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Thomas Tuchel has arrived in Abu Dhabi and now it truly feels like we're on the horizon of the Club World Cup Final.

Chelsea take on Palmeiras on Saturday looking to earn their first title in the competition having lost to Corinthians in the previous final in 2012.

The Blues come into the game with their full 23-man squad training on Friday afternoon, with Edouard Mendy now firmly in contention with Kepa Arrizabalaga for a place in goal at the Mohammed Bin Zayed Stadium.

The Spaniard produced a number of good saves in Chelsea's close win over Al-Hilal, but will have his work cut out as the Blues' No.1 returns to match fitness.

Reece James and Ben Chilwell remain in the UAE but are unavailable for selection as they continue their respective rehabilitation programs.

After a difficult outing against the Asian Champions League winners, Tuchel will be in for a tough team selection with the Blues putting in contrasting performances in each half of the match, and a few players looking tired at the full time whistle.

Chelsea reporters name the XIs they would choose for the pivotal game below:

Edouard Mendy, for me, has to start in goal for Chelsea. I appreciate that