Premier League: 10 talking points from the weekend's action

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Ederson is showing his worth to Manchester City and Everton's Jordan Pickford silences the boo-boys

After Ederson made several vital saves to deny Fulham – and particularly Adama Traoré – Pep Guardiola revealed that summer interest from Saudi clubs for the Manchester City No 1 was never firmed up. "He knew from day one I didn't want it, we didn't want it," said the City manager. "But the offer didn't come – the real offer. Because they [Al-Nassr] made an offer, but for the keeper, for the team who won four Premier Leagues in a row, he has a value, a price. Otherwise, he cannot leave." Guardiola praised the Brazilian for regaining his focus after the uncertainty. "Ederson is so strong: in one second, he says: 'OK, I'm here, I'm going to do my best.'" Guardiola also believes the presence of Stefan Ortega has pushed his first-choice keeper. "Sometimes Ederson has to have the feeling that he has to perform well, otherwise Stefan can play. And this healthy competition, because they respect [each other] and have an incredible relationship, makes our team better." Jamie Jackson

Match report: Manchester City 3-2 Fulham

Match report: Aston Villa 0-0 Manchester United

Match report: Arsenal 3-1 Southampton

Match report: Chelsea 1-1 Nottingham Forest

Match report: Brighton 3-2 Tottenham

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