Premier League predictions: Gameweek 17’s Saturday fixtures

Predicting the results of Saturday’s Premier League fixtures for Gameweek 17 of the 2024/25 season.

Predicted Chelsea line-up (4-2-3-1) vs Aston Villa, Fernandez starts 27/12/2025
Chelsea will be aiming to return to winning ways in the Premier League when they host Aston Villa tonight.
Confirmed Arsenal line-up (4-2-3-1) vs Brighton, Timber absent 27/12/2025
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has named his starting line-up for the Premier League clash against Brighton andamp; Hove Albion today.
Chelsea want new midfielder due to Romeo Lavia's injuries 27/12/2025
Chelsea are planning to sign a new midfielder next year due to the persistent injury concerns for Romeo Lavia, according to The Athletic.
Ruben Amorim reveals Bruno Fernandes' injury return date 27/12/2025
Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim has provided a possible return date for midfielder Bruno Fernandes ahead of the Premier League clash against Newcastle United at Old Trafford.
Arsenal handed huge boost ahead of Brighton clash 27/12/2025
Arsenal have been handed a huge boost ahead of the Premier League clash against Brighton andamp; Hove Albion on Saturday afternoon.
Chelsea failed with late move to sign Antoine Semenyo 27/12/2025
Chelsea failed with a late approach to sign Bournemouth winger Antoine Semenyo, according to journalist David Ornstein.