Burnley's Dean Marney challenges Chelsea's Cesc Fabregas (L) during their English Premier League soccer match at Turf Moor in Burnley, northern England August 18, 2014.
Burnley's Dean Marney challenges Chelsea's Cesc Fabregas (L) during their English Premier League soccer match at Turf Moor in Burnley, northern England August 18, 2014. REUTERS/Andrew Yates

Chelsea playmaker Cesc Fabregas vowed to play his best against his former club, Arsenal, in their upcoming matches.

The former Gunners skipper, who moved to north London at a tender age straight out of the La Masia academy in 2003, went on to spend eight, generally, successful seasons as a member of Arsene Wenger's squad.

While Arsenal has a special place in his heart, he revealed that he is duty-bound to perform according to the best interest of the Blues.

"I will always have the feeling of being a Gunner. I know when I go back to play at the Emirates it will be a special moment," said the 27-year-old.

"But I am a committed guy. I remember playing for Arsenal against Barcelona in a Champions League final, and swearing that I'd do anything to win that game - despite having been with Barca since I was a kid.

"So when the Arsenal game comes around I will know who I'm playing for, who my teammates are and who I have to defend against."

And such being a part of his professional obligation, he knows that supporters at the Emirates will not take it personally.

"I know that the Arsenal fans will understand me. I have no doubts," he added.

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