Aston Villa and Arsenal meet in a Premier League clash that carries extra significance because both clubs are dealing with major attacking changes before the transfer deadline.
Arsenal enter the match with Gabriel Martinelli and Gabriel Jesus both involved in transfer moves, while Aston Villa have just completed the sale of Ollie Watkins to Al Hilal.
The departures have created questions about the attacking strength of both teams.
Watkins was one of Villa’s most reliable goalscorers, while Martinelli and Jesus have played important roles in Arsenal’s recent campaigns.
That makes Monday’s fixture more than just another league match.
For Arsenal, the focus will be on whether their remaining attacking players can maintain the team’s threat while the club continues to reshape the squad.
Declan Rice has been one of Arsenal’s standout performers during the early stages of the season, giving Mikel Arteta an important source of energy and control.
Villa, meanwhile, must demonstrate that they can compete without Watkins.
Unai Emery’s side will hope their new attacking options can quickly take responsibility.
The result could therefore provide an early indication of whether either club has made the right decisions in the transfer market.
A strong performance from Villa would ease concerns about Watkins’ departure.
An Arsenal victory, meanwhile, would strengthen their belief that they can absorb the loss of two attacking players.
Either way, this is a fixture with far more at stake than three points.