The Premier League has lost a legal battle against Manchester City after an independent tribunal deemed the league's previous associated party transaction rules to be unlawful

Arsenal, who appear to be the only genuine challengers to Liverpool’s title aspirations, are currently unbeaten in 14 Premier League matches – their longest ever run without a defeat under Arteta. They thrashed Man City 5-1 in their last top-flight outing and qualified for the UEFA Champions League knockouts in third place.

Liverpool remain overwhelming Premier League title favourites but Arsenal have renewed hope going into this weekend after Everton held the long-time leaders in midweek.Liverpool seek calm after Everton frenzy Arsenal midfielder Declan Rice promised this week that "big things are coming" before Liverpool dropped two points at Goodison Park.

Manchester City has been dealt an injury blow ahead of their crunch Premier League clash against Liverpool, with Manuel Akanji set to spend a spell on the sidelines

Manuel Akanji is ruled out of Manchester City's Champions League return with Real Madrid and the Premier League match with Liverpool amid fears the defender faces an extended absence with a muscular problem.

Manchester City have suffered a fresh injury blow ahead of their UEFA Champions League playoff second leg tie with Real Madrid next week. Man City defender, Manuel Akanji has been ruled out of the Real Madrid clash at the Santiago Bernabeu due to a mascular injury.