Viktor Gyokeres failed to register a single shot in the Gunners' 1-0 win at Napoli, highlighting a troubling trend for a marquee striker struggling to generate chances in a dominant attack.
A game-by-game simulation of the 144-match league phase projects early shocks for Barcelona and Real Madrid alongside heavyweight battles for Arsenal and Bayern Munich.
Mikel Arteta and Xabi Alonso bring their lifelong friendship from San Sebastian to the London derby as the Gunners look to defend their crown against a rebuilding Blues squad.
The USMNT striker rejected a $52 million move after the Premier League side raised concerns during his medical, leaving both clubs scrambling after deadline day
The Gunners blocked a purchase option and secured an unconditional January recall clause as the 19-year-old midfielder heads to the Bundesliga for playing time.
Leaving Monaco for Everton offers Folarin Balogun elite weekly competition to match his USMNT World Cup rise, provided he wins the starting job over Thierno Barry.
Arsenal hold the top spot while Manchester City surge behind Rayan Cherki and Erling Haaland, and Xabi Alonso's Chelsea navigate defensive growing pains.
