Chelsea star Cesc Fabregas denies speeding offence

Chelsea star Cesc Fabregas has pleaded not guilty to a speeding charge.

The Spain international has been accused of clocking speeds of around 110mph in a 50mph zone in Claygate, Surrey.

The alleged offence occurred on the A3 while the footballer was driving his Aston Martin on January 15.

Fabregas pleaded not guilty to the offence at Staines Magistrates' Court on Tuesday and a trial will begin in Guildford on October 9.

Fabregas started Chelsea's 2-2 draw with Swansea City last Saturday.