Why is Moises Caicedo wearing a mask for Chelsea against Man Utd?

CHELSEA take on Manchester United at Stamford Bridge TONIGHT – but Moises Caicedo has a new look.

The Blues are chasing a top five finish, while Utd are searching for momentum as they head towards the Europa League final.

Moises Caicedo was seen wearing a mask during Chelsea’s warm upREUTERS/Hannah Mckay Chelsea take on Man Utd at Stamford Bridge tonightGetty

Last season saw Chelsea dramatically beat Utd 4-3, with Caicedo’s mistake handing Alejandro Garnacho the first of then Ten Hag’s side on the night.

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Cole Palmer scored twice in injury time to turn the game from a 3-2 loss to a 4-3 win, and former Blue Mason Mount squared up to Enzo Fernandez to get the crowd going.

SunSport can reveal why Moises Caicedo is wearing a mask for the clash tonight.

Why is Moises Caicedo wearing a mask?

Moises Caicedo sustained a cheek injury against Newcastle last weekend.

The Blues were beaten 2-0 by Newcastle.

Caicedo will wear the mask as a precaution for at least the game tonight.

How to watch Chelsea vs Man Utd

Chelsea vs Manchester United will come LIVE on Sky Sports. The Blues clash against United will stream on NOW TV, Sky Go and the Sky Sports app. The game will kick-off at 8.15pm BST. SunSport will live blog all the action as it happens.