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Liverpool's £242m problem & eight EPL storylines to follow

The end of the October international window is upon us, club football fans. Get ready for four more weeks of Premier League fun before we're lulled back into the November break. Fortunately, there's non-stop action before then to look forward to, beginning with some mouth-watering fixtures this coming weekend, including Manchester United's trip to Liverpool.

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Mbappe stars in routine France win but late injury causes concern

Kylian Mbappe’s stunning solo goal helped France ease to a comfortable 3-0 victory and take another giant step towards qualifying for next years’ World Cup with victory over Azerbaijan in Paris. Adrien Rabiot and Florian Thauvin were also on target, but there were worrying scenes towards the end as talisman Mbappe signalled to come off with what looked like an ankle injury.

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Ekitike opens up on 'proud' Liverpool move and Salah relationship

Hugo Ekitike is living the dream. After being cast out of Paris Saint-Germain's setup, he rebuilt his reputation in Europe, eventually earning a move to Premier League champions Liverpool. And life could not have started much better at Anfield. Ekitike has been bagging goals and thriving alongside some of the best players in Europe. Now, he has opened up on that move, what it means to him, and his relationship with team-mate Mohamed Salah.

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Ekitike reveals what he really thinks about Isak

Hugo Ekitike made an honest Liverpool admission and revealed his opinion about the arrival of Alexander Isak at Anfield. The French striker, snapped up for a hefty £69m in July, admitted he has no issue with the £125m Swede being parachuted into Liverpool from Newcastle on deadline day. In fact, the 23-year-old insists Isak’s arrival can only sharpen his own game.

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Slot praised for 'perfect' handling of Ekitike red card blunder

Liverpool boss Arne Slot has been praised for his 'perfect' handling of Hugo Ekitike's red card blunder against Sunderland in the Carabao Cup. The French striker opened his shirt, while celebrating a last-gasp winner which led to the referee showing him his second yellow card of the night resulting in his sending off. Slot later openly slammed Ekitike for his "stupid" behaviour.

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Ekitike was NOT fined by Liverpool for 'stupid' red card

Hugo Ekitike has not been fined by Liverpool for a "stupid" red card as Arne Slot claimed that the striker is "allowed to make a mistake". The French forward, who came off the bench to score the decisive goal in Tuesday's 2-1 win against Southampton, was sent off just moments after taking off his shirt in celebration, earning a second booking having already picked up a yellow card.

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Slot to dock Ekitike two weeks' wages after Saints red card

Hugo Ekitike is reportedly set to be fined two weeks' wages by Liverpool manager Arne Slot after getting sent off against Southampton in their 2-1 Carabao Cup win. The Frenchman came off the bench to score the winner but he was soon walking down the tunnel after picking up a second yellow for taking off his shirt in celebration.

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Slot tears into Ekitike for 'needless & stupid' red card

Arne Slot slammed Hugo Ekitike for picking up a "needless and stupid" red card after scoring Liverpool's winner against Southampton in the Carabao Cup on Tuesday. The Reds boss also gave full credit for Ekitike's goal to Federico Chiesa, who provided the unselfish pass for the Frenchman to claim the glory. Ekitike's sending off now means that he will be suspended for Liverpool's next Premier League fixture against Crystal Palace.

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Ekitike slammed for 'dumbest red card' in Liverpool's cup win

Hugo Ekitike has been slammed for his "dumb" red card in Liverpool's 2-1 Carabao Cup win over Southampton. The France striker, who was already on a yellow card, came off the bench to score a late winner for the Reds but picked up a second booking for taking his shirt off in celebration. Now, the ex-Eintracht Frankfurt man has been torn apart on social media.

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Ekitike, Emery & the EPL's biggest winners & losers

With two Big Six clashes and a Merseyside derby, there was a lot to get excited about in the Premier League this weekend. And with last-minute goals, red cards aplenty and a couple of narrative shifts, it sure did not disappoint. Pep Guardiola did his best Jose Mourinho impression and took his Manchester City side to Arsenal to defend deep and play on the counterattack.

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'Don't care!' - Ekitike feels no pressure from £79m price tag

Hugo Ekitike claims to feel no pressure from his £79 million ($107m) transfer fee at Liverpool, with the French forward saying “I don’t care” when asked about the price tag hanging around his neck. The 23-year-old has made a bright start to life at Anfield and remains convinced that he made the right choice in joining the reigning Premier League champions.

Frequently asked questions

Martin Odegaard captains Arsenal and plays either as a central attacking midfielder or as a right-sided interior in the central midfield.

Martin Odegaard was born in the city of Drammen, located in the Buskerud county of Norway.

Martin Odegaard dons the No. 8 jersey at Arsenal, previously worn by legends like Freddie Ljungberg and also by his current coach Mikel Arteta.

Martin Odegaard stands at 1.78m (5ft 10in) and is among the best midfielders in the world.

Martin Odegaard weighs 68kg (150 lbs). He's got incredible work-rate off the ball, and is blessed with eagle-eyed vision that helps him find teammates via line-breaking passes.

From 2005 to 2009, Martin Odegaard played for local club Drammen Strong, before joining the Stromgodset academy.

Martin Odegaard is yet to become a father, but he announced on social media in August 2024 that he is expecting his first child with partner Helene Spilling.

Martin Odegaard isn't married yet, but has been in a relationship with Helene Spilling, a dancer who won Norway's Strictly Come Dancing show in 2021.