Kevin de Bruyne has provided a stunning update on his future at Manchester City with the Belgian’s existing contract at the reigning champions set to expire at the end of the season. »
RIATH AL-SAMARRAI AT THE AMEX: For Mikel Arteta, who had Martin Odegaard on the bench and Kai Havertz out with illness, disappointment will also come from elements of the performance. »
ISAAN KHAN: With Bukayo Saka set for an extended spell on the sidelines teenage prospect Ethan Nwaneri was entrusted with just his second-ever Premier League start. »
TOM COLLOMOSSE AT VILLA PARK: Ruud van Nistelrooy’s side frustrated the home team with some stubborn defending in a first-half which did not make for good viewing. »
A video circulated on social media showed the 83-year-old making his way to the stadium and posing for pictures with fans on matchday. »
JAMES SHARPE: Not since David Beckham has an English wide player been able to play – and see – the passes Alexander Arnold has in his armoury. »
TOM PRENTKI AT ST MARY’S: A new manager but the same old story for sorry Saints who remain on six points, five short of the 11 which Derby managed in the 2007-08 season. »
MAN CITY 4-1 WEST HAM – JACK GAUGHAN AT THE ETIHAD: It didn’t materialise for West Ham though, which Guardiola will hope signifies a shift in City’s general outlook. »
Arsenal are six points behind the league leaders Liverpool but can cut that to three with a win at Brighton »
Live updates from the 5.30pm UK time kick-off You can send your thoughts to Barry via email Referee: Anthony Taylor. Assistants: Gary Beswick and Adam Nunn. Fourth official: Sam Barrott. VAR: Darren England. Assistant VAR: Akil Howson. Continue reading… »