Cesc Fabregas has spoken for the first time about his fear of not winning the title this season. The Gunners skipper believes fear is holding the side back at the moment, with Arsene Wenger yet to get his troops firing on all cylinders in the games that really matter.

A 1-0 defeat to rivals Manchester United last time out once again highlighted Arsenal's weaknesses when it comes to competing on the grandest of stages.

Cesc Fabregas admits that is an issue they need to address if they are to be considered serious contenders for major silverware this term, with a number of those around them in the table fully aware of what it takes to emerge on top.

Fabregas may have some new team-mates soon, with the club linked to both Craig Bellamy and Mikel Arteta in the January transfer window.