Aston Villa and Liverpool are due to face off during a busy February for both clubs, though Unai Emery and Arne Slot will both enjoy a quieter time of things in March

The Premier League have denied a request made by Aston Villa to move next week’s clash against Liverpool. Aston Villa will now face a gruelling run of five matches across the space of just 14 days. Liverpool ’s visit to Villa Park was scheduled for mid-March but had to be rearranged when Arne Slot ’s side reached the final of the Carabao Cup.

The FA have charged both Everton and Liverpool in the wake of the chaotic Merseyside derby on Wednesday night, with Reds boss Arne Slot and his assistant Sipke Hulshoff also in the dock