Arsenal and Chelsea meet in a blockbuster Premier League showdown at the Emirates this Sunday, with both sides desperate for points in their respective campaigns. For Mikel Arteta’s Arsenal, the goal is to chip away at Liverpool’s dominance at the top, while Enzo Maresca’s Chelsea remain focused on securing Champions League football next season.

However, the pair could be given a helping hand by the teams, particularly Arsenal and Aston Villa, still remaining in European competition. That’s because the Premier League needs just one more victory from one of their clubs left in continental competition to confirm fifth spot in the division as a Champions League qualifier.

Bukayo Saka is “getting closer” to making his comeback - but won’t be back in time for Arsenal ’s clash with Chelsea on Sunday. Saka, who tore his hamstring in December and underwent surgery, has not played for Arsenal since the back end of last year.

Everton manager David Moyes goes up against his former club having masterminded an eight-game unbeaten run that has lifted the Merseysiders 16 points clear of the relegation zone. West Ham's 1-0 loss at home to Newcastle United,