Chelsea train together ahead of Arsenal clash as Antonio Conte looks to deal hammer blow to Arsene Wenger's fading title hopes

Daily Mail | February 3, 2017

Chelsea boss Antonio Conte cast a watchful eye over his squad in training on Friday as the Blues geared up for their huge clash with Arsenal at the weekend.

Premier League leaders Chelsea currently hold a nine-point lead over London rivals Tottenham and Arsenal at the top of the table heading into Saturday's match at Stamford Bridge.

Conte knows a win against the Gunners would all-but eliminate Arsene Wenger's side from the title race following their shock defeat against Watford last time out.

Chelsea boss Antonio Conte held a training session at the club's Cobham base on Fridayu00a0 — Chelsea boss Antonio Conte held a training session at the club's Cobham base on Friday

Michy Batshuayi, Willian, David Luiz and Kurt Zouma smile for the camera during the session

John Terry and Diego Costa jostle for the ball as they prepare to face Arsenal on Saturday

Nathan Ake will be hoping to impress Conte following his recent return from Bournemouth

Arsenal claimed an impressive 3-0 win over the Blues when the two sides met at the Emirates earlier this season but confidence appeared to be sky high in the Chelsea camp during a training session on Friday.