Joe Cole claims players with ambitions of landing major honours will continue to favour moves to Chelsea over their London rivals Arsenal.
Both the Blues and Gunners have enjoyed considerable success during the Premier League era and intend to remain in the hunt for top trophies in the present and future.
Arsenal have, however, favoured a more frugal approach to transfer dealings than their neighbours at Stamford Bridge.
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That is considered to be holding the club back at present, with Unai Emery being given little backing in the recruitment market.
Chelsea have continued to spend big, despite Roman Abramovich curbing elaborate investment somewhat, and are in the hunt for Carabao Cup, FA Cup and Europa League crowns this season.