Chelsea vs. Tottenham: Antonio Conte's Key Pre-Match Press Conference Comments

Chelsea manager Antonio Conte has suggested both Victor Moses and Willian's futures lie at Stamford Bridge after transfer speculation emerged around the pair leading up to Saturday's London derby against Tottenham Hotspur.  

Albert Masnou of Spanish daily Sport reported Moses will be subject of interest from Barcelona this winter following his return to form this season, but Conte hinted at his desire to keep the Nigerian, per ESPN FC's Liam Twomey:

Moses' revival, combined with Pedro's fine form, has also led to rumours that former Blues manager Jose Mourinho, now at Manchester United, could attempt to form a reunion with Willian, per the Daily Star's David Woods.

However, Conte suggested there is a future for the Brazilian at Stamford Bridge as he looks to have an impact in Saturday's fixture, touching on Willian's recent absence following the death of his mother:

Goal's Chelsea correspondent, Nizaar Kinsella, provided further quotes from the Blues boss, who elaborated on Willian's value to the club:

Conte also confirmed club captain John Terry will be out of action for two to three weeks and will not feature against Mauricio Pochettino's men on Saturday.

ESPN FC's Twomey provided quotes from Friday's press conference, where Conte said Terry will be missing with a muscular injury, while Mikel John Obi is also on the absentee list:

Saturday's clash will see Tottenham and Chelsea collide for the first time since last season's feisty 2-2 draw at Stamford Bridge, which ended Spurs' title challenge.

Conte said passion will be required this weekend, although it will need to be controlled, per the Press Association's Matt McGeehan:

Conte also gave his views on Thursday's announcement that Liverpool legend Steven Gerrard was retiring from his playing career, per BBC Sport.

Despite never coming into contact with the Merseysider in the Premier League, Conte holds a "great respect" for the former England international, per Twomey:

The Blues lead the Premier League by a single point, but a derby victory could see Conte's men pull clear of Liverpool and Manchester City if they cannot beat Sunderland and Burnley, respectively, earlier in the day.

The west Londoners hold an advantage in that they don't have any UEFA Champions League commitments, while Spurs lost 2-1 at AS Monaco on Tuesday. However, Conte would rather be busier given the choice:

Four points separate these two teams coming into Saturday's encounter, and Tottenham travel to Stamford Bridge with memories of their most recent matchup still fresh in their minds.

A win in west London could pull Pochettino's men within a single point of the leaders, but with six wins and no goals conceded in their last six league games, Conte's side look to be in unstoppable form.