EPL 2016-17: 10 things we learned from Gameweek 5

LONDON, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 16: Jurgen Klopp, Manager of Liverpool and Jordan Henderson of Liverpool celebrate victory in the Premier League match between Chelsea and Liverpool at Stamford Bridge on September 16, 2016 in London, England.  (Photo by Clive Rose/Getty Images)
Henderson and Klopp celebrate in London
 

2) Jose Mourinho has not solved the problems at Manchester United

WATFORD, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 18:  Jose Mourinho, Manager of Manchester United takes a look aroiund the pitch prior to kick off  during the Premier League match between Watford and Manchester United at Vicarage Road on September 18, 2016 in Watford, England.  (Photo by Richard Heathcote/Getty Images)
Too early to point fingers?

After a disappointing season under Louis van Gaal, Manchester United stole the show in the summer. The arrival of Jose Mourinho marked the start of a new era of Manchester United. With the signings of Paul Pogba and Zlatan Ibrahimovic, Manchester United looked strong contenders for the Premier League. However, it only looks like the arrivals of the big names has temporarily shifted the focus from Manchester United’s weak midfield and defence.

Their 1-0 victory over Hull City was not convincing while the three losses that followed prove that there is a lot to do at Old Trafford. The midfield is a major area of concern as Wayne Rooney may get the axe while Paul Pogba needs to step up his game.

Probably the only positives look to be Marcus Rashford’s rise and Antonio Valencia’s performance so far but Mourinho really needs to fix things and fast.

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