Hamzah Khalique-Loonat

The club made plenty of waves in the transfer window but still do not possess the type of squad that will deliver the attacking football supporters expect

Lee Carsley says Trent Alexander-Arnold, Bukayo Saka and Cole Palmer can play left back, while Dominic Solanke gets first call in seven years but Harry Maguire is omitted

The Arsenal winger is excelling despite being restrained by burdensome duties. To fulfil his superstar potential, he needs the same attacking licence given to Cole Palmer

The Manchester City youngster pays emotional tribute to former team-mate George Baldock after match-winning brace

Arne Slot’s emphasis on a more solid team structure has led to the forward scoring fewer goals this season – but head coach still believes he can step up and start firing in Diogo Jota’s absence

Vulnerability to counterattacks, lacking physical presence in midfield without Rodri and an injury crisis have hurt Pep Guardiola’s side but history shows December is when they start a big run of wins

Hamzah Khalique-Loonat crunches the numbers to reveal whether Sir Alex Ferguson’s maxim rings true

Are Liverpool now clear title favourites? How far will Manchester City sink? Our writers share their views on the season so far

Newcastle United 3 Liverpool 3: Fabian Schar grabs deserved late equaliser after another stellar night for Mo Salah had turned game in leaders’ favour

Given the 32-year-old’s present form, the case for meeting his contract demands may seem convincing, but the stats show a sharp drop-off once forwards reach the age of 33