Five games in, the Premier League is already revealing title doubts, transition pains and early surprises.
City lead the early table, while Spurs, Bournemouth, Fulham and Palace have all started below last season.
Brentford’s discipline and Chelsea’s injuries exposed deeper flaws in Alonso’s side at the Gtech.
Chelsea were beaten 3-0 at Brentford after a late collapse and another costly set-piece setback.
Chelsea travel to Brentford without João Pedro, with injury doubts also affecting Reece James and Moisés Caicedo.
João Pedro’s knee problem could keep him out for around three-and-a-half weeks.
Pedro is still available for Chelsea’s Brentford test, with Alonso delaying a final fitness call until Friday.
A full set of Gameweek 4 score predictions, including the Manchester derby and Arsenal's trip.
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