Liverpool can strengthen their position on top of the Premier League when they travel to Bournemouth on Sunday. Spluttering Arsenal will hope for a slip from the Reds as they look to get their title challenge back on track against Crystal Palace.
At the other end of the table, Brentford's Ivan Toney is expected to return against fellow strugglers Nottingham Forest. AFP Sport looks at three talking points ahead of this weekend's action: Mac Allister's mark of success Liverpool midfielder Alexis Mac Allister is already planning a tattoo to mark a season to remember as the rampant Reds chase four major trophies.
Jurgen Klopp's table toppers sit two points clear of second placed Manchester City and can extend that gap to five points with a victory over Bournemouth on Sunday.
Despite Mohamed Salah's absence at the Africa Cup of Nations, Liverpool are unbeaten in their last seven games in all competitions and have their sights set on winning the Premier League, FA Cup, League Cup and Europa League.