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The final round of Premier League fixtures before the first international break of the season was a hectic one.

Hull City have made a strong start to life back in the top flight but suffered their first defeat of the campaign away at Newcastle United, losing 2-1. Leeds United, meanwhile, failed to follow up their rout of the Magpies in style as they were held to a goalless draw by Crystal Palace.

Away from Yorkshire, Brighton & Hove Albion rocked reigning champions Arsenal by cruising to a 3-0 victory and Manchester City were 5-3 victors over Sunderland.

Tottenham Hotspur’s woes were worsened by a 3-2 home loss to Aston Villa and Ipswich Town were edged out by Everton.

Coventry City picked up their first league win of the season on the road at Nottingham Forest, Brentford breezed past Chelsea and Liverpool secured a 1-0 win away at AFC Bournemouth. Fulham have endured a tough start to the campaign but managed to secure a point against Manchester United at Craven Cottage.

Following the latest results, data experts Opta have deployed their supercomputer to predict how the final Premier League table will look.

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Leeds United are reportedly among the clubs monitoring Southampton star Léo Scienza.

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The 27-year-old, who can operate as a winger or attacking midfielder, only arrived on British shores in September last year.

He sealed a move to the Saints from Bundesliga outfit 1. FC Heidenheim, penning a four-year deal.

Scienza has been a key figure in Southampton’s resurgence under Tonda Eckert, pushing the Saints into the Championship promotion race with his creativity.

Since his arrival in England’s second tier, the Brazilian playmaker has registered six goals and eight assists across 31 league appearances.

Leeds United linked with Southampton star

It appears Southampton may need to clinch promotion to keep the vultures from circling, as ESPN Brazil have credited five Premier League clubs with interest.

Leeds, who are currently locked in a battle for Premier League survival, are said to be among them.

Scienza is also thought to have been looked at by Tottenham Hotspur, Aston Villa, Everton and Fulham.

After he was recruited by the Saints, Southampton’s sporting director Johannes Spors said: “Leo is someone we feel can adapt well to English football. He is a creative player, a progressive dribbler and a strong set-piece taker.

“He is a player who has consistently produced goals and assists in every league he has played, and is an exciting addition to our forward line.”

Leeds United’s last playmaker signing

As it stands, Leeds look unlikely to make a permanent move for Argentina-capped attacking midfielder Facundo Buonanotte in the summer. The 21-year-old joined Leeds on loan from Brighton & Hove Albion in January but has been afforded just two league outings.

His return to Brighton may prompt Leeds to look at signing another creative midfield force, perhaps one more likely to feature prominently in Daniel Farke’s side.

When asked about Buonanotte by our sister title the Yorkshire Evening Post earlier this week, Farke said: “I like a lot what he's done in the last two, three weeks. I've spoke with him, given him a sign we're happy with the consistency he delivers in training.

“He was pretty close to the matchday squad [at West Ham] though many players were fit. Perhaps a chance for him now there are a few injuries.

“But the solution is always deliver with consistency in training, not just one good session. You have to do this for a few weeks to be back in the spotlight. It means when I call him up I would need to leave another player in the offence."