All three victories were by a 2-1 margin, too, with Arsenal holding on against Brighton, Manchester City squeaking past Nottingham Forest and Aston Villa coming from behind away at Chelsea. To begin with, the transfer window opens just two days after Arsenal host Villa, and both clubs - as well as title rivals City - will have decisions to make on their respective squads. View 5 Images Antoine Semenyo could be a difference-maker if he joins Manchester City in January (Image: Getty Images)‌The biggest question surrounds Antoine Semenyo, who reportedly wants to join City. City's next game is away to a Sunderland team left depleted by the Africa Cup of Nations, with Chelsea (h), Brighton (h), Man Utd (a) and Wolves (h) after that. As for Villa, three points against Arsenal would likely increase the attention on the games that follow.

Source: Daily Mirror December 28, 2025 13:19 UTC