The January transfer window is fast approaching and both club executives and player agents are now jockeying in preparation for a month of back-and-forth negotiations.
Some teams are seeking additional firepower in attack to get them over the line - whether that is winning a title or staying up - while others are looking to become more solid with defensive and midfield reinforcements.
More dropped points on Saturday by Manchester City, following a 2-2 draw at home with Crystal Palace, will have Pep Guardiola scratching his head at what his side is missing in their title defence.