Arsenal could have Cesc Fabregas (hamstring), Mathieu Flamini (thigh) and Alexander Hleb (Achilles) available for Sunday's clash with Chelsea.Manager Arsene Wenger will leave the decision on their fitness until as late as possible, although Theo Walcott (knee) has been ruled out of the Emirates Stadium clash.

Striker Robin van Persie could be in line to start and Abou Diaby is fit again having also featured in the midweek Champions League win over Steaua Bucharest.

Veteran German goalkeeper Jens Lehmann will be hoping he has done enough to retain his place ahead of Manuel Almunia.

Arsenal (from): Almunia, Sagna, Gallas, Toure, Clichy, Eboue, Gilberto, Diarra, Rosicky, van Persie, Adebayor, Lehmann, Senderos, Traore, Song, Denilson, Bendtner, Diaby, Eduardo.

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