Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca aims to control the game against Arsenal

However, imposing their style will be a significant challenge against Mikel Arteta's team, who also prioritise control of the ball and have been in strong form this season.

Chelsea have struggled at the Emirates in recent years, and with Arsenal sitting near the top of the table, Maresca's tactical philosophy will be put to the test.

Despite the opposition's quality, the Italian manager is determined to make Chelsea play their way, regardless of the circumstances.

Both teams will also have to contend with a striker shortage. Chelsea's Nicolas Jackson is unavailable, with Maresca confirming that he is expected to return after the international break.

Arsenal are dealing with similar issues, lacking a fit, recognised centre-forward for this fixture.

As a result, both managers will need to find alternative attacking solutions, potentially relying on midfielders or wide players to lead the line.

"If we plan the game sitting back and waiting, for sure our strikers and wingers will do 20 sprints of 60/70 metres, but when you play your game in the opposite side, there is no space to do that sprint," said Maresca.

"So our plan is to control the game but they will try to press high, be aggressive, and we will probably have more space to attack in behind." 

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