English top flight: ten highlights to keep an eye on this round of fixtures

Garnacho versus Walker poised for a fresh encounter

A Manchester reunion could be in the offing when Burnley's Kyle Walker faces Chelsea's Alejandro Garnacho in Lancashire. The wide man is finding his feet at Stamford Bridge following his off-season signing from Manchester United and displayed his skills versus Wolverhampton prior to the national team interval. His assist for Pedro Neto combined electric speed and a flawless along-the-deck delivery. His build-up for Malo Gusto involved cutting inside before dinking a cross toward the far post. His celebration with Neto, echoing his prior embrace with Kobbie Mainoo and Rasmus Højlund, acted as a indication of how quickly situations evolve. The previous occasion Garnacho took on Walker? Back when the youngster netted for United in the Wembley triumph against Manchester City.

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

2. Semenyo key to ending Cherries' slide

Antoine Semenyo is getting the full rumour-mill focus following a claimed £65m escape clause for his prospective winter exit, the gossip columns preparing him for advancement out of the Premier League's mid-table ranks. It is to be expected from a winger with six goals and three assists who is delightful to watch. However, his side are in an tricky spot, having undergone a role reversal: now it's the relegation battlers West Ham who come in with back-to-back victories, whereas Bournemouth are down seven-one combined over their last two games following an promising beginning to the season. Semenyo had his effort saved on the penalty by Emi Martínez in the 4-0 defeat by Aston Villa however taking on a defensive unit lacking a goalless game for months could be the perfect solution.

Bournemouth vs West Ham, Saturday afternoon 3:00 PM

The striker a left-field option for the Three Lions

It seemed intriguing to hear Thomas Tuchel mention Danny Welbeck repeatedly throughout the national team window even though the Brighton forward celebrates 35 soon. “Without even having met him, I am aware what he could offer me,” commented the England coach. “He can be a back-up for Harry [Kane] in a quite orthodox striker role.” Gaining the last of his 42 England games in 2018, it's entirely possible that Welbeck may be selected to the World Cup provided he is able to continue his goalscoring exploits. The ex- Manchester United and Arsenal forward boasts a greater tally compared to any English performer in the Premier League this season on six and is keen to boost that tally when Brighton welcome Brentford this weekend.

Brighton versus Brentford, Saturday 3pm

4. Sessegnon crucial as creator and goalscorer

Sessegnon's story has provided some warmth to Fulham's inconsistent opening. The former Tottenham man, who returned to his boyhood club recently following five tough years in north London, is now a regular starter, pushing forward on the left side in the absence of the injured Antonee Robinson. The worry? On two goals, he remains their top goalscorer in the Premier League together with Harry Wilson. The Mexican striker, their primary attacker last season, has scored once while Rodrigo Muniz is unavailable for the long term due to a hamstring operation. Sessegnon must also having to step up in a creative role instead of Robinson, who provided ten helpers last season. The Cottagers' following four matches include three from the top five plus Crystal Palace, who have let in just nine scores in the Premier League so far. A threat emerges for a team that have developed a standing for solidity in the central positions.

Fulham against Sunderland, Saturday afternoon 3pm

5. Time for Alexander Isak to deliver for Liverpool

The debate about Virgil van Dijk's chalked-off effort versus Manchester City could not hide Liverpool's shortcomings during the match as they fell to a seventh defeat in 10 games. Arne Slot's squad need a consistent improvement to force their way into the league contest from here, along with a significant boost in performance, and the possibility emerges as seven from their upcoming ten league games facing sides presently in the lower half in the standings. The danger is obvious from Nottingham Forest, the sole side to deliver a loss at Anfield to the title holders the previous campaign, however it's not just Liverpool's showing versus direct play and fast breaks that remains in focus. Now is the occasion that Alexander Isak to deliver wearing red. The £125m striker has not featured in domestic action in a month following a groin problem when making his second start in quick succession in Europe triumph abroad. The striker came back off the bench during Sweden's reverse by Switzerland but missed the subsequent inconsequential game against Slovenia to secure his readiness for the upcoming World Cup qualifiers. A yellow card in that match might have ruled him out. Isak may be short of|lacking|deficient