Football pundit and former Arsenal star Paul Merson has shared his predictions for the upcoming Premier League fixtures, including the highly anticipated clash between Liverpool and Manchester United, and the encounter between Nottingham Forest and Chelsea.

Merson, who writes a weekly prediction column, said he expects Liverpool to continue their impressive form at home when they face Manchester United. According to him, Liverpool’s attacking power and Anfield advantage could be too much for Erik ten Hag’s side to handle. He predicts a comfortable win for Jurgen Klopp’s team, noting that United’s defensive lapses have been their biggest weakness this season.

For Chelsea’s trip to Nottingham Forest, Merson believes it won’t be an easy game for the Blues despite their recent improvements. He noted that Forest’s home support and counter-attacking style could trouble Chelsea, but he still expects Mauricio Pochettino’s side to edge the match narrowly if they take their chances.

The football analyst also gave insights into other matches, backing Arsenal to secure victory over Wolves, while tipping Manchester City to bounce back strongly after a tough run. He warned that smaller teams like Brentford and Crystal Palace could still cause surprises if underestimated.

Merson concluded that this weekend’s Premier League fixtures could be decisive in shaping the title race and top-four battle, as several clubs fight for consistency heading into the busy winter period.