Starting line-ups have been announced for three matches in the Premier League's fifth game week, kicking off today, 19 September.

Tottenham and Aston Villa have confirmed their starting line-ups for the 5th round of the Premier League, kicking off today at 13:30 BST.

Virgil Van Dijk's future with the Netherlands national team is sparking serious discussions back home. Ruud Gullit claims opinions among fans are split on whether the 35-year-old Liverpool captain should continue his international career.

Shakhtar's sporting director Dario Srna revealed that Mykhailo Mudryk wanted to move to Arsenal before his transfer to Chelsea in 2023. He stated that the Ukrainian player had spoken with Mikel Arteta and at that time favoured the opportunity with the Gunners.

Sunderland's midfielder and Switzerland captain Granit Xhaka is under investigation for potentially obtaining a fake Covid-19 vaccination certificate. The player denies the allegations and is cooperating with authorities.

Former Liverpool striker Michael Owen has expressed serious doubts regarding the club's full-backs under Andoni Iraola, believing Milos Kerkes and Jeremy Frimpong are not meeting the necessary standards.

Former Liverpool defender Jamie Carragher acknowledges that Andoni Iraola is gradually dispelling his doubts following the Spaniard's appointment.

Chelsea are worried about the ongoing interest from European clubs in defender Josh Achiempong. According to AS, the 20-year-old Englishman continues to attract attention from several potential buyers.

Former Chelsea player Joe Cole believes Xabi Alonso deliberately sent a message to the club's hierarchy during the 0-3 defeat to Brentford. The analyst highlighted the late introduction of 16-year-old Mahdi Nicol-Djazuli.

Former Liverpool and Tottenham midfielder Jamie Redknapp believes Estevao's situation at Chelsea is becoming a tricky issue for Xabi Alonso.