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Arsenal vs. Chelsea: Arsene Wenger Talks Jose Mourinho, Cesc Fabregas in Presser

Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger wants former player Cesc Fabregas to receive a positive reception when he returns to the Emirates Stadium on Sunday.

Cesc left the Gunners to join Barcelona in 2011, but is now enjoying an excellent debut season with Arsenal's London rivals Chelsea. Wenger spoke ahead of the Blues' visit, per Kevin Palmer of The Sunday World:

Wenger on Fabregas return to Emirates: "I want Cesc Fabregas to be respected like he deserves it. He is a great player." #AFC #CFC

— Kevin Palmer (@kpsundayworld) April 23, 2015

Fabregas has produced a league-high run of 16 assists this season, per WhoScored.