🔗 Share this article Premier division: 10 things to look out for this round of fixtures Garnacho versus Walker poised for another encounter Another northwest showdown may be in store when Burnley's Kyle Walker faces the Blues' Alejandro Garnacho in Lancashire. The attacker is finding his feet with Chelsea after his summer move from Manchester United and displayed his skills in the Wolves match prior to the national team interval. His key pass for Pedro Neto mixed blistering pace and a perfect along-the-deck delivery. His build-up for Malo Gusto entailed cutting inside before dinking a delivery to the back post. His goal reaction with Neto, replicating his prior hug with Kobbie Mainoo and Rasmus Højlund, acted as a indication of how quickly situations evolve. The previous occasion Garnacho faced Walker? When the youngster found the net for United during their Wembley triumph against Manchester City. Burnley vs Chelsea, Saturday afternoon 12.30pm (start times GMT) The winger vital to stopping Bournemouth's decline Antoine Semenyo is getting the entire transfer speculation focus due to a alleged £65m release clause for his potential mid-season move, the media setting him up for advancement from the Premier League's mid-table ranks. This is predictable for a winger who has six goals plus three helpers and is delightful to watch. Nonetheless, his team occupy an tricky position, having engaged in a role reversal: now it's the relegation battlers West Ham who come in with back-to-back victories, while Bournemouth are down seven to one on aggregate in their last two matches after an promising start to the campaign. Semenyo was denied from the spot by Emi Martínez in their 4-0 defeat by Aston Villa however taking on a backline lacking a clean sheet since August might be the best solution. Bournemouth versus West Ham, Saturday afternoon 3pm The striker a left-field option for the Three Lions It seemed notable to listen to Thomas Tuchel reference Danny Welbeck repeatedly throughout the international break even though the Brighton attacker reaches 35 in the coming days. “Without even knowing him, I know what he can offer me,” stated the England boss. “He could serve as a back-up for Harry [Kane] playing a quite traditional striker role.” Gaining the last of his 42 England games several years ago, it's quite plausible that Welbeck could be selected to the World Cup provided he can maintain his goal-getting performances. The former Manchester United and Arsenal striker has more goals compared to any English footballer in the top flight this campaign on six and will be anxious to add to that total as Brighton host Brentford on Saturday. Brighton versus Brentford, Saturday afternoon 3pm 4. Sessegnon crucial as creator and finisher The narrative around Ryan Sessegnon has provided a measure of warmth to Fulham's uneven beginning. The former Tottenham man, who came back to his former side in 2024 following five tough years in north London, has emerged as a regular starter, operating on the left side with the injured Antonee Robinson. The issue? With two goals, he remains their joint-top scorer this season together with Harry Wilson. The Mexican striker, their top scorer in the last term, has netted one goal while Rodrigo Muniz is out until 2026 because of hamstring surgery. Sessegnon is also being required to contribute in a creative role instead of Robinson, who registered ten helpers last time round. The Cottagers' next four fixtures include three of the leading five and Crystal Palace, who have conceded just nine strikes in the Premier League so far. Trouble awaits for the club that have built a reputation for mid-table stability. Fulham against Sunderland, Saturday afternoon three o'clock 5. Time for The striker to perform for Liverpool The dispute about Virgil van Dijk's chalked-off effort versus Manchester City could not hide Liverpool's inferiority on the day as they lost to their seventh loss in ten matches. Arne Slot's team require a prolonged upturn to force their way into the title race from here, as well as a major boost in performance, and the possibility arises with seven of their upcoming ten league games versus teams presently in the bottom ten in the league. The threat is evident posed by Nottingham Forest, the sole side to inflict a home league defeat to the title holders last season, however it's not just Liverpool's display when facing direct play and quick transitions that is under the spotlight. It is time for Alexander Isak to perform for Liverpool. The £125m striker has been absent in domestic action over four weeks having sustained a groin injury while his second consecutive start in four days in the Champions League win abroad. He reappeared off the bench in Sweden's loss by Switzerland but sat out the midweek dead rubber with Slovenia to ensure his readiness for the upcoming World Cup playoffs. A booking in that match could have made him ineligible. The striker could be short of|lacking|deficient