When Arsenal clash with Fulham today one of the contests on show will be Olivier Giroud versus Dimitar Berbatov. They will be at opposite ends of the field when they play but both will know that Arsene Wenger will have his eye on them, equally some might suggest.
Giroud, because he needs to continue his fine vein of form and keep scoring to keep the Gunners clear of the rampaging Manchester City.
Berbatov because he could be Wenger’s surprise January transfer move.
The Arsenal manager has so far denied any interest in the Bulgarian who once was an integral part of Manchester United’s arsenal, only to find his laid back style finally falling short of Sir Alex Ferguson’s needs.
Berbatov, one his day and when he does turn up, is sublime and up there with the very best.
He could offer Wenger the chance for a cut-price January deal given that Fulham are struggling with all the managerial and official changes they have faced and Berba could end the season a Premier League winner.
It all depends, of course, on which Berbatov shows up today. If the killer does, well he could hurt Arsenal more than save them.