Chelsea’s encouraging start under Enzo Maresca has meant there have been fewer references to their spending but they fielded central midfielders who cost some £280m. Two of them, Romeo Lavia and Moises Caicedo, attracted big bids from Liverpool in 2023 and the Ecuadorian, in his defence, created a goal with a defence-splitting pass.

Curtis Jones stepped up brilliantly, outshining Cole Palmer to help keep Liverpool at the top of the Premier League. The Reds midfielder capped off a stellar performance by finding the back of the net at the back post,

Manchester City are unbeaten in the Premier League and are just a point behind leaders Liverpool, but Pep Guardiola's side have an issue

Pep Guardiola Reflects on Future at Manchester City Amid Contract SpeculationsPep Guardiola stands at a significant crossroads in his illustrious career at Manchester City. With a contract expiring

The future of Pep Guardiola has dominated the news cycle over the past week. City’s manager is in the final season of his current contract. What the City manager decides to do for next season and beyond is set to dominate headlines before a decision is made.