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From Liverpool's visit to the Etihad to face a wounded Manchester City, to Everton aiming to continue their strong start under David Moyes, Gulf News previews the key storylines ahead of this weekend’s Premier League action.

Paul Merson has predicted that Liverpool will win this season’s Premier League title if they defeat Manchester City at the Etihad on Sunday. Arsenal currently sit in second place and can reduce Liverpool’s lead at the top of the table to five points if they beat West Ham on Saturday.

Liverpool head coach Arne Slot is expected to be on the touchline for today’s Premier League clash against Aston Villa. Slot has landed himself in hot water with the Football Association for his sending off as the final Merseyside derby to be held at Goodison Park ended in chaos a week ago.

Liverpool head coach Arne Slot has urged his players to look forward to the "challenge" of facing Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League round of 16.

Liverpool have now played three Premier League matches in eight days, drawing away days at Everton and Villa while beating Wolves 2-1.