It was pointed out to the in-form midfielder that after last season’s 2-2 draw at Stamford Bridge - a result that ended lingering hopes of the title - and then November’s narrow loss, coupled with Chelsea trying to make Premier League history with 14 straight wins, and our form going into the fixture, that there was plenty on this particular London derby.
So what was said? “We didn’t need to say anything beforehand,” suggested Dele, who went on to score almost identical goals from Christian Eriksen’s crosses either side of the break to secure our victory on this night to remember at the Lane.