Updated: October 09, 2012, 12:00 AM
In pictures: Premier League team of the week 7
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CENTRE BACK: He might prefer playing on the right, but Man Utd's Johnny Evans continues to impress in the centre of the defence, and claimed a goal against Newcastle United to boot. Lindsey Parnaby/EPA
MIDFIELD: Santi Cazorla is already a contender for signing of the season with a string of impressive Arsenal performances, something he continued with a goalscoring showing against West Ham. Shaun Botterill/Getty Images
MIDFIELD: The Brazilian may have come with a hefty pricetag, but Oscar's influence in Roberto Di Matteo's midfield this season cannot be overlooked, and his work in providing an outlet for Chelsea against Norwich was vital. Ian Kington/AFP
STRIKER: Wigan Athletic's Arouna Kone may have been suspiciously offside, but his physical presence and movement caused problems all day for Everton. Martin Rickett/PA
LEFT BACK: Leighton Baines produced another impressive performance ahead of international week, and continued his remarkable penalty-scoring record. Martin Rickett/PA
MIDFIELD: A reliable presence in the Tottenham line-up, Aaron Lennon's goal for Spurs against Aston Villa emphasised how important he is to the side. Lefteris Pitarakis/AP
MIDFIELD: Belgian wunderkind Eden Hazard continues to be a dangerous presence in midfield for Chelsea, and his link-up with Oscar has given them a newfound creativity. Tom Hevezi/AP
GOALKEEPER: Stoke stopper Asmir Begović frustrated Liverpool's attack at Anfield. Clive Brunskill/Getty Images.
CENTRE BACK: Southampton's Portuguese defender Jose Fonte has looked comfortable at the back of an at times shaky Saints back line, and bagged a goal against Fulham tounderline his credentials. Glyn Kirk/AFP
STRIKER: Chelsea's Fernando Torres seems to have found a new lease of life this season under Di Matteo, something underlined by his goal against Norwich. Ben Stansall/AFP