Xabi Alonso’s side started the new campaign brightly with their new-look attack purring.
But defensive concerns have emerged in their last two games, beaten by Arsenal and needing a last-gasp equaliser to draw with Hull City last time out.
Brentford were outstanding on the opening weekend at home to Tottenham but haven’t picked up a win since, held to draws against Leeds, Sunderland and Bournemouth.
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