English top flight: ten key points to look out for this weekend

Walker faces Garnacho poised for a new clash

Another northwest showdown may be in store as Burnley's Kyle Walker lines up against the Blues' Alejandro Garnacho at Turf Moor. The wide man has started to settle with Chelsea following his close-season transfer from Manchester United and displayed his talents in the Wolves match prior to the international break. His key pass for Pedro Neto combined rapid acceleration and a perfect grounded ball. His contribution for Malo Gusto involved moving onto his right prior to chipping a cross toward the far post. His celebration with Neto, echoing his earlier celebration with Kobbie Mainoo and Rasmus Højlund, was a reminder of the pace with which circumstances change. The most recent instance Garnacho faced Walker? Back when the youngster found the net for United in the cup final win against Manchester City.

Burnley vs Chelsea, Saturday 12.30pm (start times GMT)

2. Semenyo vital to stopping Bournemouth's slide

Antoine Semenyo is attracting the complete transfer speculation focus due to a alleged £65m buyout clause for his possible January departure, the gossip columns setting him up for promotion out of the Premier League's middle class. This is predictable for a wide player who has a half-dozen strikes and three helpers and remains delightful to watch. Still, his team occupy an awkward position, having engaged in a body swap: it is the relegation battlers West Ham who come in with successive wins, while Bournemouth have been beaten seven-one combined in their last two fixtures following an promising start to the campaign. Semenyo had his effort saved from the spot by Emi Martínez during the four-nil loss by Aston Villa but taking on a defence lacking a goalless game since August could be the perfect solution.

Bournemouth against West Ham, Saturday three o'clock

Danny Welbeck a surprise option for the Three Lions

It proved notable to hear Thomas Tuchel mention Danny Welbeck repeatedly during the national team window although the Brighton forward celebrates 35 next week. “Without even knowing him, I understand what he is able to give me,” said the England manager. “He could serve as a stand-in for Harry [Kane] playing a quite conventional striker position.” Earning the last of his 42 caps several years ago, there is every chance that Welbeck might be in the squad to the World Cup provided he is able to sustain his scoring exploits. The former Manchester United and Arsenal forward boasts a greater tally than any other English performer in the Premier League this term having six and will be anxious to increase that count as Brighton entertain Brentford in Saturday's match.

Brighton versus Brentford, Saturday 3:00 PM

The full-back required as creator and goalscorer

Sessegnon's story has offered a measure of warmth to Fulham's bumpy opening. The 25-year-old, who rejoined his youth team last year following five tough years with Spurs, has emerged as a regular starter, pushing forward on the left due to the injury of the injured Antonee Robinson. The concern? Having scored twice, he is their top goalscorer in the league alongside Harry Wilson. The Mexican striker, their primary attacker last season, has scored once while Rodrigo Muniz is injured for the long term because of a hamstring operation. Sessegnon must also being required to contribute as a creator replacing Robinson, who supplied 10 assists last time round. Fulham's next four matches take in three of the leading five and Crystal Palace, who have allowed only nine scores in the Premier League so far. Danger looms for a team that have developed a name for consistency in the middle.

Fulham versus Sunderland, Saturday afternoon three o'clock

5. Time for Isak to perform for Liverpool

The dispute about Virgil van Dijk's disallowed goal against Manchester City did not camouflage Liverpool's deficiencies in that game as they succumbed to a seventh defeat in 10 games. The coach's team need a prolonged upturn to muscle into the championship chase from here, as well as a significant boost in performance, and opportunity arises as seven out of their next 10 Premier League matches versus sides at the moment in the bottom ten of the table. The risk is evident posed by Nottingham Forest, the sole side to inflict a defeat on their own turf to the title holders last season, but it is not only Liverpool's display against long balls and fast breaks that is in focus. It is time for Alexander Isak to deliver for Liverpool. The £125m striker has not played in domestic action for a month following a muscle issue while his second consecutive start in quick succession in the Champions League triumph in Germany. The striker came back as a substitute in the Swedish reverse to Switzerland but was rested the subsequent inconsequential game versus Slovenia to secure his readiness for the upcoming World Cup knockout rounds. A yellow card during the game could have ruled him out. He might be short of|lacking|deficient