Chelsea visit Arsenal in a potentially crucial Premier League clash (Picture: Getty)Chelsea have been dealt an injury blow ahead of a crucial period of the season which includes a Premier League clash against leaders Arsenal. Chelsea are fifth in the Premier League with 12 games remaining, one point below fourth-placed Manchester United, with the top-five likely to qualify for the Champions League. Chelsea return to Premier League action this weekend against relegation-battlers Burnley, before a huge clash with London rivals and title favourites Arsenal on March 1. BBC Sport claim Chelsea expect Cucurella to be out for up to a month after he underwent a scan on the hamstring injury. While Chelsea are in a battle for the top-four, Arsenal are bidding to win their first Premier League title since 2004 under Mikel Arteta.

Source: Metro February 15, 2026 10:51 UTC