Premier League: 10 things to look out for this weekend

Garnacho versus Walker set for another battle

A Mancunian rematch might be on the cards when Burnley's Kyle Walker faces the Blues' Alejandro Garnacho at Turf Moor. The attacker is adapting well at Stamford Bridge after his summer move from the Red Devils and displayed his abilities versus Wolverhampton prior to the international break. His key pass for Pedro Neto blended rapid acceleration and a perfect along-the-deck delivery. His creation for Malo Gusto involved cutting inside prior to lofting a delivery to the back post. His goal reaction with Neto, mirroring his previous celebration with Kobbie Mainoo and Rasmus Højlund, served as a testament of the pace with which things transform. The last time Garnacho took on Walker? During the youngster netted for United during their cup final win over Manchester City.

Burnley against Chelsea, Saturday afternoon 12.30pm (start times GMT)

Antoine Semenyo crucial to stopping Bournemouth's decline

Antoine Semenyo is attracting the complete transfer speculation attention due to a reported £65m escape clause for his potential winter exit, the tabloids positioning him for advancement out of the Premier League's middle class. This is predictable from a wide player who has six finishes and three setups who is joyous to watch. However, his team occupy an awkward spot, experiencing a body swap: now it's the bottom-half team West Ham who enter with back-to-back victories, whereas Bournemouth have been beaten 7-1 over two games over their last two games following an promising opening to the season. Semenyo was denied on the penalty by Emi Martínez in their heavy loss to Aston Villa however taking on a defence without a clean sheet since August may prove the best solution.

Bournemouth vs West Ham, Saturday afternoon 3pm

Danny Welbeck a surprise option for the national team

It was interesting to listen to Thomas Tuchel reference Danny Welbeck repeatedly throughout the national team window even though the Brighton striker turns 35 soon. “Without even knowing him, I am aware what he can offer me,” commented the England coach. “He can be a stand-in for Harry [Kane] in a very traditional striker position.” Earning the most recent of his 42 caps in 2018, it's quite plausible that Welbeck might be selected for the World Cup provided he is able to continue his scoring feats. The ex- Manchester United and Arsenal forward has more goals compared to any English footballer in the top flight this season on six and is anxious to boost that count as Brighton entertain Brentford in Saturday's match.

Brighton against Brentford, Saturday three o'clock

4. Sessegnon crucial as playmaker and goalscorer

The narrative around Ryan Sessegnon has brought a measure of positivity to Fulham's bumpy beginning. The 25-year-old, who rejoined his youth team recently after five tough years with Spurs, is now a consistent pick, driving down the left flank due to the injury of the injured Antonee Robinson. The issue? With two goals, he is their joint-top scorer this season together with Harry Wilson. Their main striker, their primary attacker in the last term, has bagged once while Rodrigo Muniz is injured for the long term owing to a hamstring operation. Sessegnon must also having to step up in a creative role instead of Robinson, who registered ten helpers last time round. Fulham's next four fixtures include three of the best five as well as Crystal Palace, who have let in just nine strikes in the league so far. Danger looms for a team that have built a standing for mid-table stability.

Fulham vs Sunderland, Saturday afternoon 3:00 PM

The moment for Alexander Isak to produce for the Merseyside club

The dispute about Virgil van Dijk's disallowed goal in the match with Manchester City failed to mask Liverpool's inferiority on the day as they succumbed to a seventh defeat in 10 games. The coach's squad must have a sustained recovery to force their way into the title race from this position, plus a significant improvement in form, and a chance arises with seven of their following ten league games facing teams at the moment in the bottom ten in the standings. The threat is obvious from Nottingham Forest, the only team to hand a loss at Anfield on the champions last season, but it is not only Liverpool's showing versus aerial passes and counterattacks that remains under scrutiny. Now is the occasion for Alexander Isak to deliver in a Liverpool shirt. The big-money forward has not played for his club in a month after picking up a groin problem while his second consecutive start over a short period in continental competition triumph in Germany. He reappeared off the bench during Sweden's loss to Switzerland but sat out the midweek meaningless match against Slovenia to ensure his readiness for next year's World Cup knockout rounds. A booking on Tuesday would have made him ineligible. The striker could be short of|lacking|deficient