League leaders Arsenal host rivals Spurs at the Emirates on Sunday — our writers take a look at the talking points ahead of the game

Spurs were chasing his signature during the summer transfer window as they looked to bring in an attacking midfielder following a long-term knee injury sustained by James Maddison. Talks were underway between Crystal Palace and Tottenham when Eze phoned Mikel Arteta to see if Arsenal would come to the table.

Tottenham predicted lineup vs. Arsenal (4-2-3-1): Vicario; Porro, Romero, Van de Ven, Spence; Palhinha, Bentancur; Kudus, Sarr, Odobert; Richarlison. The division’s best defence against the joint-most prolific goalscorers away from home. How will this pan out?

Sir Jim Ratcliffe has publicly invoked the promise of an Artetian revolution in calling for patience with Ruben Amorim at Manchester United. He might feel that that analogy has been vindicated of late.

Farley's Prediction: Tottenham will struggle to score against Arsenal's defense. Sunday serves us up the first installment of the North London Derby this season, with Arsenal and Tottenham meeting at the Emirates. Just eight points separate the two in the Premier League, with Arsenal the favorites for the title.

Arsenal begin a testing run of fixtures by hosting arch rivals Tottenham, who are unbeaten away from home in the league. BBC Sport examines some of the key themes before Sunday's 198th north London derby.

Arsenal arrive for Sunday's Premier League clash with Tottenham Hotspur, fully aware of what they need to do, especially with the results their Premier

Thomas Frank has warned Tottenham to prepare for a "madhouse" derby at Arsenal and plans to get the better of the "two traitors" in the opposition squad.

When Tottenham Hotspur take on Premier League leaders and hated rivals Arsenal on Sunday in the North London Derby, the microscope will be fully placed on the S