Hazard, Van Dijk, Aguero and the Premier League Team of the Season so far

As we enter the international break with the English title race taking shape, Goal picks its top performers from the opening eight matchdays

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  GK: Rui Patricio

  It was a tough call at goalkeeper, with new signings such as Alisson and Kepa impressing already at Liverpool and Chelsea, respectively.

  However, the money involved in those record-breaking deals only makes free transfer Rui Patricio an even stronger early contender for signing of the season.

  Wolves have already taken points off both Manchester clubs and that is in no small part due to the Portuguese's heroics in between the sticks.

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  RB: Kieran Trippier

  Tottenham Hotspur right-back Kieran Trippier has carried his World Cup form into the new season.

  The England international has been solid at the back but it's going forward where he catches the eye and 'The Bury Beckham' has already contributed two assists, as well as scoring an amazing free-kick against Fulham.

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  CB: Virgil van Dijk

  Virgil van Dijk is looking like £75 million well spent, with the Netherlands captain proving a rock at the back for Liverpool this season.

  Indeed, although the Dutch centre-half had a rare rush of blood to the head in last weekend's draw with Manchester City, he is the main reason the Reds have only conceded three goals so far this season.

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  CB: David Luiz

  David Luiz has enjoyed another career revival at Chelsea this season.

  The Brazilian's days at Stamford Bridge looked numbered after he fell out of favour under former boss Antonio Conte last season but the 31-year-old has bounced back brilliantly under new manager Maurizio Sarri and become one of the most important players in the Blues' back-line once again.