Big Sam returns and Blades seek Brighton boost – 5 Premier League talking points

A hectic fixture list continues with a full 10 matches over Saturday, Sunday and Monday.

Published Dec 18, 2020

Last updated Dec 18, 2020

The Premier League’s crowded schedule continues following a full midweek round with eight fixtures across Saturday and Sunday, followed by two more on Monday.

Little respite is offered as many sides are back in action just a few days after their weekday exertions.

Here, the PA news agency looks at some of the key talking points ahead of the upcoming action.

Clubs still split on subs

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has been keen for the introduction of five substitutes (Phil Noble/PA)

Arsenal sinking under Arteta?

Arsenal manager Mikel Artetaier League – Tottenham Hotspur Stadium — Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta is under the spotlight (Glyn Kirk/PA)

Wilder remains in the wilderness

Sheffield United manager Chris Wilder is still waiting for his first win of the campaign (Nick Potts/PA)

Big Sam back in the big time

Newly appointed West Brom manager Sam Allardyce — Newly-appointed West Brom manager Sam Allardyce is looking to guide the Baggies away from danger (Adam Fradgley/AMA)

Spurs bid to see off the Foxes

Tottenham’s Harry Kane has been in fine form against Leicester (Adam Davy/NMC Pool)