Arteta before derby: Chelsea are in the title race

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has said Chelsea "fully deserve" to be among the contenders for the Premier League title. The two teams face each other on Sunday at Stamford Bridge, with the Gunners six points clear of the Londoners.

Arteta stressed that he enjoys watching Chelsea play because of the "fluidity, individual talent and clear style" that Enzo Maresca's team displays.

"They have quality, they have structure, and they fully deserve their place up top," the Spaniard added.

Arsenal are hoping to bring Leandro Trossar back to the the group while Gabriel Jesus continues to work on his final recovery.