Chelsea's new signing Nicolas Anelka is available after being registered with the Premier League following his £15million move from Bolton.

Goalkeepers Petr Cech and Carlo Cudicini are expected back into the squad after injury and Grant must decide whether to stick with Hilario or make changes.

The Israeli coach is without Michael Essien, Salomon Kalou, Didier Drogba and Mikel John Obi who are all away on international duty at the African Nations Cup.

Frank Lampard (thigh), Andriy Shevchenko (ankle) and John Terry (foot) are also still missing.

Tottenham midfielders Tom Huddlestone and Jermaine Jenas are suspended for the Barclays Premier League clash at Chelsea on Saturday.

Didier Zokora is on international duty with Ivory Coast at the African Nations Cup, leaving Spurs short on central midfielders.

Younes Kaboul (ankle) is back but Darren Bent (knee) is doubtful, while Gareth Bale (foot), Benoit Assou-Ekotto (knee) and Anthony Gardner (ankle) are out.