Premier League: 10 things to keep an eye on this round of fixtures

Walker faces Garnacho poised for a fresh encounter

A Manchester reunion may be on the cards as the Clarets' Kyle Walker lines up against the Blues' Alejandro Garnacho at Turf Moor. The winger is adapting well at Stamford Bridge after his off-season signing from the Red Devils and showcased his skills against Wolves prior to the fixture pause. His key pass for Pedro Neto mixed electric speed and a ideal along-the-deck delivery. His creation for Malo Gusto required moving onto his right before lofting a ball to the back post. His celebration with Neto, replicating his prior celebration with Kobbie Mainoo and Rasmus Højlund, acted as a indication of how quickly circumstances change. The most recent instance Garnacho encountered Walker? During the youngster scored for United in their Wembley triumph over Manchester City.

Burnley versus Chelsea, Saturday 12.30pm (kick-offs GMT)

Antoine Semenyo key to stopping Bournemouth's slide

Antoine Semenyo is receiving the entire gossip column focus due to a reported £65m release clause for a potential January departure, the media positioning him for advancement out of the Premier League's mid-table ranks. This is predictable from a wide player with six goals and three assists and is delightful to watch. Nonetheless, his side occupy an awkward spot, having undergone a role reversal: now it's the relegation battlers West Ham who come in with consecutive triumphs, whereas Bournemouth are down 7-1 on aggregate over their previous two matches after an promising beginning to the season. Semenyo had his effort saved from the spot by Emi Martínez in their 4-0 defeat by Aston Villa however confronting a defensive unit that hasn't kept a clean sheet since August might be the best solution.

Bournemouth vs West Ham, Saturday afternoon 3:00 PM

Danny Welbeck an outside option for the Three Lions

It seemed notable to hear Thomas Tuchel name-drop Danny Welbeck on more than one occasion throughout the international break even though the Brighton attacker reaches 35 next week. “Without even being familiar with him, I understand what he is able to offer me,” commented the England manager. “He could serve as a reserve for Harry [Kane] in a quite traditional striker role.” Gaining the most recent of his 42 England games in 2018, there is every chance that Welbeck might be in the squad to the World Cup provided he is able to maintain his goal-getting exploits. The ex- Manchester United and Arsenal striker can claim more goals compared to any English performer in England's top division this campaign on six and is eager to add to that count as Brighton entertain Brentford on Saturday.

Brighton versus Brentford, Saturday afternoon 3pm

Ryan Sessegnon crucial as playmaker and finisher

The narrative around Ryan Sessegnon has offered a measure of comfort to Fulham's inconsistent beginning. The former Tottenham man, who rejoined his youth team recently after five difficult years at Tottenham, has emerged as a regular starter, driving down the left flank with the unavailable Antonee Robinson. The issue? With two goals, he's also their leading marksman in the Premier League as well as Harry Wilson. Their main striker, their primary attacker in the last term, has scored once whereas Rodrigo Muniz is out for an extended period due to hamstring surgery. Sessegnon must also being required to contribute in a creative role instead of Robinson, who supplied 10 assists last time round. The Cottagers' upcoming four matches include three of the leading five plus Crystal Palace, who have let in just nine scores this season this season. A threat emerges for the club that have earned a name for mid-table stability.

Fulham against Sunderland, Saturday 3:00 PM

The occasion for Alexander Isak to perform for the Merseyside club

The controversy surrounding Virgil van Dijk's ruled-out strike against Manchester City could not hide Liverpool's deficiencies on the day as they lost to a seventh defeat in 10 games. The coach's team need a prolonged upturn to force their way into the title race from here, along with a dramatic upturn in results, and a chance arises with seven from their upcoming ten Premier League matches against clubs presently in the lower half in the standings. The risk is evident from Nottingham Forest, the only team to deliver a defeat on their own turf on the champions in the last term, yet it isn't solely Liverpool's performance against aerial passes and quick transitions that remains in focus. It is time that Alexander Isak to show up wearing red. The big-money forward has not featured in domestic action over four weeks having sustained a groin problem during his second consecutive start in quick succession in continental competition win at Eintracht Frankfurt. He reappeared off the bench in Sweden's loss to Switzerland but was rested the subsequent meaningless match with Slovenia to ensure his fitness for the World Cup knockout rounds. A booking during the game would have suspended him. Isak may be short of|lacking|deficient