Chelsea host Arsenal in a huge Premier League showdown between first and second at Stamford Bridge this weekend.

After another slip-up from Manchester City last time out, Enzo Maresca’s side are now Arsenal’s closest challengers, trailing the Gunners by six points.

Victory will close that gap and provide real legitimacy to Chelsea’s title credentials this weekend with the Blues flying after a thrilling victory over Barcelona in the Champions League on Tuesday night.

All eyes will be on whether Cole Palmer is fit to make the team. A persistent groin problem has derailed the England international’s season so far, starting just three games in all competitions. Having been pulled out in October to recover, it had been hoped he would be back for this week’s key fixtures.

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