Premier League: 10 things to keep an eye on this weekend
1. Garnacho and Walker set for a new battle
A Manchester reunion could be in store when the Clarets' Kyle Walker lines up against Chelsea's Alejandro Garnacho at Turf Moor. The wide man has started to settle in west London following his summer move from Old Trafford and showcased his skills versus Wolverhampton prior to the international break. His setup for Pedro Neto blended electric speed and a perfect low cross. His creation for Malo Gusto required shifting infield prior to chipping a cross across the goalmouth. His goal reaction with Neto, echoing his prior hug with Kobbie Mainoo and Rasmus Højlund, acted as a indication of the speed at which things transform. The most recent instance Garnacho faced Walker? Back when the Argentine scored for United in their cup final win over Manchester City.
Burnley versus Chelsea, Saturday afternoon half past twelve (start times GMT)
The winger crucial to stopping Cherries' decline
Antoine Semenyo is receiving the full rumour-mill attention following a claimed £65m buyout clause for his potential mid-season move, the gossip columns preparing him for graduation out of the Premier League's middle class. It is predictable from a attacker with six finishes plus three assists and is pleasurable to watch. Still, his team find themselves in an difficult position, having engaged in a form flip: it is the struggling side West Ham who enter with back-to-back victories, while Bournemouth are down seven-one combined over their last two fixtures following an strong beginning to the campaign. Semenyo saw his attempt stopped on the penalty by Emi Martínez in their heavy loss by Aston Villa yet facing a backline without a shutout in the league since the start of the season might be the ideal solution.
Bournemouth against West Ham, Saturday 3pm
Danny Welbeck a surprise option for England
It was interesting to listen to Thomas Tuchel reference Danny Welbeck on more than one occasion during the national team window although the Brighton forward turns 35 soon. “Despite not knowing him, I understand what he can give me,” commented the England coach. “He could serve as a stand-in for Harry [Kane] playing a very orthodox centre-forward role.” Having won the most recent of his 42 caps in 2018, it's quite plausible that Welbeck could be selected for the World Cup provided he can sustain his goalscoring performances. The ex- Manchester United and Arsenal forward boasts more goals over every other English performer in the top flight this campaign having six and will be eager to increase that tally when Brighton host Brentford in Saturday's match.
Brighton versus Brentford, Saturday 3:00 PM
4. Sessegnon needed as assist provider and scorer
The narrative around Ryan Sessegnon has brought a measure of comfort to Fulham's uneven beginning. The 25-year-old, who rejoined his former side last year after five tough years with Spurs, has emerged as a regular starter, pushing forward on the left flank in the absence of the unavailable Antonee Robinson. The issue? With two goals, he remains their joint-top scorer in the league alongside Harry Wilson. Raúl Jiménez, their top scorer the previous campaign, has scored a single goal while Rodrigo Muniz is out until 2026 owing to hamstring surgery. Sessegnon is also being required to contribute in a creative role in place of Robinson, who provided ten helpers last time round. Fulham's upcoming four fixtures include three from the leading five as well as Crystal Palace, who have conceded only nine scores in the league this season. Trouble awaits for the club that have developed a reputation for mid-table stability.
Fulham versus Sunderland, Saturday 3:00 PM
The occasion for Alexander Isak to produce for the Merseyside club
The debate surrounding Virgil van Dijk's chalked-off effort in the match with Manchester City could not hide Liverpool's inferiority in that game as they fell to loss number seven in 10 games. Arne Slot's squad need a prolonged upturn to force their way into the league contest from their current spot, as well as a significant upturn in results, and opportunity presents itself with seven from their following ten league games facing sides currently in the bottom ten in the standings. The danger is clear posed by Nottingham Forest, the only team to hand a defeat on their own turf on the champions the previous campaign, yet it isn't solely Liverpool's showing versus direct play and counterattacks that will be under the spotlight. It is time that Alexander Isak to deliver wearing red. The expensive signing has not played in domestic action for a month having sustained a muscle issue during his second start over a short period in the Champions League victory in Germany. He reappeared off the bench in Sweden's reverse against Switzerland but was rested the subsequent meaningless match versus Slovenia to ensure his readiness for the upcoming World Cup qualifiers. A yellow card in that match might have ruled him out. He might be short of|lacking|deficient
