The 23-year-old Spain midfielder had the collision on the way to training, but there were no serious issues with neither party requiring hospital treatment.

An Arsenal club spokesman confirmed: "Cesc was involved in a minor car accident on his way to training this morning.

"After the incident, Cesc made his way to our training ground in London Colney and took part in a training session as normal.

"The Police are fully aware of the incident."

Fabregas has just returned from an injury lay-off, having missed two matches after a reoccurrence of his hamstring problem.