Premier League: 10 things to look out for this matchday

Garnacho versus Walker ready for another battle

A Mancunian rematch may be in the offing when Burnley's Kyle Walker lines up against Chelsea's Alejandro Garnacho on Burnley's turf. The winger has started to settle at Stamford Bridge following his off-season signing from the Red Devils and demonstrated his skills versus Wolverhampton before the international break. His key pass for Pedro Neto mixed rapid acceleration with a flawless low cross. His creation for Malo Gusto required shifting infield before lofting a ball toward the far post. His goal reaction with Neto, mirroring his prior hug with Kobbie Mainoo and Rasmus Højlund, was a indication of how quickly circumstances change. The last time Garnacho faced Walker? When the former found the net for United during their FA Cup final victory over Manchester City.

Burnley vs Chelsea, Saturday afternoon half past twelve (start times GMT)

2. Semenyo key to ending Bournemouth's decline

Antoine Semenyo is attracting the full transfer speculation focus following a claimed £65m buyout clause for a possible winter exit, the media preparing him for advancement from the Premier League's middle class. That is understandable for a attacker with six goals and three helpers who is delightful to watch. However, Bournemouth are in an difficult situation, experiencing a body swap: it is the relegation battlers West Ham who come in on back-to-back victories, whereas Bournemouth have been beaten seven to one on aggregate over their last two games after an impressive beginning to the campaign. Semenyo saw his attempt stopped from the spot by Emi Martínez in the heavy loss by Aston Villa yet facing a backline lacking a clean sheet for months could be the perfect solution.

Bournemouth against West Ham, Saturday afternoon 3:00 PM

3. Welbeck a left-field option for England

It seemed intriguing to hear Thomas Tuchel mention Danny Welbeck on more than one occasion during the national team window although the Brighton striker turns 35 next week. “Despite not knowing him, I know what he can provide,” stated the England boss. “He could serve as a reserve for Harry [Kane] playing a very conventional striker position.” Gaining the last of his 42 England games back in 2018, it's entirely possible that Welbeck may be on the plane to the World Cup provided he is able to continue his scoring performances. Once of Manchester United and Arsenal attacker has more goals over every other English player in the top flight this term having six and will be keen to boost that total as Brighton entertain Brentford in Saturday's match.

Brighton against Brentford, Saturday 3:00 PM

4. Sessegnon required as playmaker and scorer

The Ryan Sessegnon tale has brought a degree of warmth to Fulham's bumpy beginning. The former Tottenham man, who returned to his former side last year following five tough years in north London, has become a consistent pick, driving down the left in the absence of the injured Antonee Robinson. The concern? Having scored twice, he is their joint-top scorer in the Premier League together with Harry Wilson. The Mexican striker, their leading man last season, has scored one goal while Rodrigo Muniz is out until 2026 due to a hamstring operation. Additionally, Sessegnon having to step up in a creative role instead of Robinson, who registered ten helpers last season. The Cottagers' following four matches include three from the top five and Crystal Palace, who have let in merely nine goals in the league so far. Danger looms for the club that have earned a standing for mid-table stability.

Fulham versus Sunderland, Saturday afternoon three o'clock

The occasion for Isak to produce for the Merseyside club

The debate about Virgil van Dijk's disallowed goal in the match with Manchester City could not hide Liverpool's inferiority in that game as they succumbed to a seventh defeat over ten fixtures. The coach's team require a consistent improvement to muscle into the title race from this position, plus a major improvement in form, and the possibility emerges as seven from their upcoming ten top-flight fixtures against teams currently in the bottom ten in the standings. The threat is obvious from Nottingham Forest, the sole side to deliver a loss at Anfield to the title holders in the last term, yet it isn't solely Liverpool's performance versus long balls and quick transitions that is under scrutiny. Now is the occasion for Alexander Isak to deliver in a Liverpool shirt. The big-money forward has been absent for his club for a month following a groin injury while his second consecutive start in four days in the Champions League victory in Germany. He reappeared off the bench in the Swedish reverse to Switzerland but was rested the midweek meaningless match with Slovenia to secure his readiness for the upcoming World Cup playoffs. A yellow card in that match would have made him ineligible. He might be short of|lacking|deficient