Blackpool v CHELSEA: David Luiz and John Mikel Obi likely to be fit for trip to the Seasiders

Carlo Ancelotti was optimistic on Friday that David Luiz and John Mikel Obi would be fit for Chelsea's Barclays Premier League game at Blackpool on Monday. Luiz has not trained since Tuesday's win over Manchester United after straining a hamstring, while Mikel hurt his knee during the warm-up for that game. Impressive start: David Luiz (left) has settled well in the Chelsea defence Alex (knee) and Yossi Benayoun (achilles) are both closing in on their returns from long-term injuries. Provisional squad: Cech, Bosingwa, Ferreira, Terry, Luiz, Ivanovic, Zhirkov, Cole, Obi, Essien, Lampard, Ramires, McEachran, Kalou, Malouda, Anelka, Torres, Drogba, Turnbull. CLICK HERE FOR THE WEEKEND TEAM NEWS IN THE BARCLAYS PREMIER LEAGUE  Explore more:People: Carlo Ancelotti