Conte has captain dilemma for Chelsea's derby showdown with Tottenham

Antonio Conte is seeking a new captain for Chelsea’s FA Cup semi-final with Tottenham today as John Terry faces being a substitute at best despite the enforced absence of Gary Cahill.

Cahill has been a key figure in Chelsea’s defence this season, playing in a three-man defensive unit with Cesar Azpilicueta and David Luiz, but the on-field skipper is out of the Wembley tie following gastroenteritis.

Terry has not started in the Premier League - where Chelsea hold a four-point lead over Spurs with six games remaining - since September.