🔗 Share this article Premier division: 10 things to look out for this round of fixtures Garnacho versus Walker poised for a fresh battle Another northwest showdown might be on the cards when Burnley's Kyle Walker faces Chelsea's Alejandro Garnacho in Lancashire. The attacker has started to settle in west London after his close-season transfer from Manchester United and demonstrated his abilities in the Wolves match prior to the national team interval. His assist for Pedro Neto mixed blistering pace with a flawless along-the-deck delivery. His contribution for Malo Gusto required cutting inside prior to dinking a delivery across the goalmouth. His joyous moment with Neto, mirroring his earlier celebration with Kobbie Mainoo and Rasmus Højlund, was a testament of the pace with which circumstances change. The most recent instance Garnacho faced Walker? During the youngster found the net for United in their cup final win over Manchester City. Burnley vs Chelsea, Saturday half past twelve (kick-offs GMT) Antoine Semenyo vital to halting Bournemouth's decline Antoine Semenyo is getting the entire rumour-mill focus following a claimed £65m buyout clause for a potential winter exit, the gossip columns setting him up for advancement from the Premier League's mid-table ranks. It is to be expected from a wide player who has a half-dozen strikes and three setups who is delightful to watch. Nonetheless, Bournemouth find themselves in an awkward position, having undergone a body swap: now it's the struggling side West Ham who enter with successive wins, while Bournemouth have been beaten seven-one combined in their past two fixtures following an strong start to the season. Semenyo was denied from the spot by Emi Martínez in their 4-0 defeat by Aston Villa yet facing a defence lacking a shutout since August may prove the perfect solution. Bournemouth versus West Ham, Saturday afternoon 3pm Danny Welbeck a left-field shout for the national team It proved notable to listen to Thomas Tuchel mention Danny Welbeck multiple times during the national team window although the Brighton attacker turns 35 in the coming days. “Despite not being familiar with him, I know what he could give me,” stated the England boss. “He can be a back-up for Harry [Kane] as a very orthodox centre-forward position.” Earning the last of his 42 international appearances several years ago, there is every chance that Welbeck may be selected to the World Cup if he can continue his goal-getting feats. The ex- Manchester United and Arsenal striker boasts more goals compared to any English performer in England's top division this term on six and will be anxious to boost that total as Brighton entertain Brentford in Saturday's match. Brighton vs Brentford, Saturday 3pm The full-back needed as creator and finisher The narrative around Ryan Sessegnon has offered a measure of positivity to Fulham's uneven start. The 25-year-old, who came back to his former side in 2024 after five tough years with Spurs, is now a consistent pick, operating on the left flank due to the injury of the sidelined Antonee Robinson. The concern? On two goals, he is their leading marksman in the Premier League as well as Harry Wilson. The Mexican striker, their leading man in the last term, has netted once whereas Rodrigo Muniz is out for an extended period due to hamstring surgery. Additionally, Sessegnon being required to contribute as an assist provider in place of Robinson, who registered ten helpers last time round. The Cottagers' following four games include three among the best five as well as Crystal Palace, who have allowed only nine goals in the Premier League so far. Danger looms for a team that have developed a reputation for solidity in the central positions. Fulham vs Sunderland, Saturday 3pm 5. Time for Isak to deliver for Liverpool The debate regarding Virgil van Dijk's chalked-off effort versus Manchester City did not camouflage Liverpool's shortcomings in that game as they succumbed to a seventh defeat in 10 games. The coach's squad need a prolonged upturn to force their way into the title race from this position, plus a major upturn in results, and opportunity arises with seven out of their upcoming ten top-flight fixtures against clubs currently in the bottom half in the standings. The danger is evident from Nottingham Forest, the sole side to inflict a loss at Anfield to the title holders last season, however it's not just Liverpool's display versus long balls and counterattacks that will be in focus. The moment has come for Alexander Isak to deliver wearing red. The £125m striker has not featured at club level in a month having sustained a groin injury during his second consecutive start in four days in continental competition triumph in Germany. He reappeared off the bench in Sweden's loss against Switzerland but sat out the midweek inconsequential game against Slovenia to secure his fitness for next year's World Cup qualifiers. A caution during the game could have suspended him. The striker could be short of|lacking|deficient