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Arsenal star Alexis Sanchez explains why he is 'always smiling' as he gears up for FA Cup final clash with Chelsea

Alexis Sanchez is looking on the 'bright side of things' ahead of Saturday's FA Cup final.

Arsenal's hopes of retaining Sanchez in the summer window appear finely balanced but he has appeared carefree in the build-up to the Wembley showpiece.

In training Sanchez has been all smiles, entertaining the cameras with a playful water bottle routine and even taking a turn in goal during the Friday session. Now the Chilean has posted a lengthy message on his Instagram explaining the mentality behind the beaming grin.

Alexis Sanchez is looking on the 'bright side of things' ahead of Saturday's FA Cup final
Alexis Sanchez is looking on the 'bright side of things' ahead of Saturday's FA Cup final
Despite his current contract impasse Sanchez has appeared carefree in the build-up
Despite his current contract impasse Sanchez has appeared carefree in the build-up
Now the Chilean has posted a lengthy message on Instagram explaining his positive mentality
Now the Chilean has posted a lengthy message on Instagram explaining his positive mentality

Alongside a selection of happy snaps, Sanchez wrote: 'Do you know why there is always a smile on my face?