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We are all set for an amazing conclusion in the Premier League title race after Liverpool and Manchester City\u2019s pulsating draw at Anfield.<\/p>\n

That 1-1 thriller on Merseyside and Arsenal\u2019s late winner against Brentford means just one point separates the three title chasers ahead of the final 10-game run-in.<\/p>\n

With Chelsea\u2019s clash with Newcastle still to come tonight, here are my five stars of Matchday 28.<\/p>\n

Manchester United were not at their best against Everton but Alejandro Garnacho took the game by the scruff of the neck to earn them the win.<\/p>\n

He won the two penalties with a couple of brilliant pieces of skill.<\/p>\n

He has always been capable of producing those moments when needed.<\/p>\n

But what is impressing me most about the 19-year-old is that he is now producing consistently good all-round performances \u2014 not just occasional moments of magic.<\/p>\n

United now look for him to make the difference in attack and he is handling that extra pressure. I think he\u2019s come on leaps and bounds since the start of the season.<\/p>\n

Rayan Ait-Nouri (Wolves)<\/h2>\n

I am in agreement with Gary O\u2019Neil that left-back Rayan Ait-Nouri deserves plenty of praise after what feels like a significant win 2-1 for Wolves against Fulham.<\/p>\n

The Algerian is a modern-day full-back in that he is more comfortable getting forward than defending but that means his technical ability is ridiculously high.<\/p>\n

He\u2019s got that composure to take the ball from deep and drive the team forward and he took his goal well in a win that could be huge for Wolves\u2019 European dream.<\/p>\n

I think there are parts of his game where he still needs to improve to reach that next level but his performances of late have been really strong.<\/p>\n

Declan Rice (Arsenal)<\/h2>\n

Arsenal will be delighted to end the weekend on the top of the Premier League \u2014 especially given all the drama in their win over Brentford.<\/p>\n

And goalscorer Declan Rice was crucial in that victory once again. He\u2019s becoming a real leader of men.<\/p>\n

Probably one thing that goes unnoticed about Declan is how good he is technically. The England international controls the game so well.<\/p>\n

But he is also showing he can find the net in a variety of ways, whether that be from long range or inside the box \u2014 where he is increasingly finding himself under Mikel Arteta.<\/p>\n

\"Declan
Declan Rice has scored three goals in his last six Premier League games<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

James Maddison (Tottenham)<\/h2>\n

There were a number of good Tottenham performances in their huge win at top-four rivals Aston Villa but James Maddison was the man who made them tick.<\/p>\n

When the attacking midfielder is in the team, Spurs are always a threat and able to sustain heavy pressure against their opponents.<\/p>\n

With his second-half goal that set the North Londoners on their way at Villa Park, he has proven he can recognise an opportunity to get in the box and score.<\/p>\n

If he can continue doing that and perhaps even lessen his involvement in the build-up earlier on, he\u2019ll continue to have an impact in front of goal.<\/p>\n

One thing is for sure and that is that Ange Postecoglou has a top, top player on his hands!<\/p>\n

\"James
James Maddison was at the heart of Tottenham\u2019s huge win over Aston Villa<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Virgil van Dijk (Liverpool)<\/h2>\n

Virgil van Dijk\u2019s tussle with Erling Haaland was a key highlight of Liverpool and Man City\u2019s draw but I thought the way he dealt with Phil Foden was more impressive.<\/p>\n

Foden is such a threat when dribbling with the ball and I kept noticing how in control the Dutch defender looked in a number of scenarios against the City star.<\/p>\n

It was an immense performance and one that reminded me a lot of Vincent Kompany during his later years \u2014 the talent is there for all to see but his leadership is what really stands out.<\/p>\n

With Jurgen Klopp\u2019s time coming to an end, I don\u2019t think even Van Dijk appreciates how big a role he\u2019ll play in leading them into the new era.<\/p>\n

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