Chelsea's Thibaut Courtois, left, is shown the red card by referee Michael Oliver, right, during the EPL match against Swansea City. Photograph: Julian Finney/Getty Images
Premier League champions Chelsea have decided to appeal against the red card shown to Belgium goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois in the 2-2 draw against Swansea City, according to several media reports on Monday.
The 23-year-old was dismissed in the 52nd minute at Stamford Bridge on Saturday after bringing down Bafetimbi Gomis as he raced through on goal in the opening-day fixture.
France forward Gomis went on to equalise from the resulting penalty.
If the appeal is unsuccessful Courtois will be replaced by close-season signing Asmir Begovic for Sunday's trip to Manchester City who finished second in the league last season.
