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England's top division resumes this weekend following the international break, with managers providing vital squad updates ahead of Saturday's matches.

Anfield Side Deal With Major Missing Players

Anfield coach Arne Slot has confirmed that Conor Bradley, Jeremie Frimpong, and the German midfielder will all sit out this upcoming fixture against Nottingham Forest.

On a positive note, starting shot-stopper the Brazilian has returned to fitness from his hamstring injury and is available.

The Liverpool boss stated that Joe Gomez was absent from sessions yesterday but is expected to be available for consideration, though he probably won't be used for the complete game.

Burnley Have Good Report on Broja

Turf Moor coach Parker has revealed that striker the Albanian may have "dodged a bullet" after picking up an knock while playing for his national team against England.

The 24-year-old left the fixture on a assisted device, but subsequent assessments have indicated the injury is "not serious at all."

The Burnley manager added that the forward has been in training since midweek and could potentially face his former club the Blues on Saturday.

Newcastle Injury Updates

Newcastle manager Eddie Howe has provided reports on multiple key squad members ahead of their fixture against City.

Gordon has "trained extensively" to recover from his hip problem and is "touch-and-go" for the weekend's encounter.

the full-back is "very close" after recovering from a serious knee issue and is also in the running for the matchday roster.

the goalkeeper is "fine" after completing concussion protocols, while Joelinton and Tonali are both available to take on City.

This Round's Top Flight Fixtures

• Chelsea travel to Burnley (Sat early kickoff GMT)
• Liverpool host Forest (standard kickoff)
• Bournemouth v West Ham (standard kickoff)
• Wolves host Palace (3pm)
• Brighton v Brentford (3pm)
• Fulham host Sunderland (3pm)
• City travel to Newcastle (evening)
• Villa visit Elland Road (Sun early kickoff)
• Arsenal host Tottenham (Sun 4.30pm)
• United host Everton (Monday evening kickoff)

Coaching Attention on Eddie Howe

The Magpies could potentially be in the bottom three if they suffer defeat against the champions and results elsewhere are unfavorable.

The historical record aren't great for the Newcastle manager, who has never won the City boss in numerous previous English football encounters.

Howe's history against Pep stands at two draws and sixteen unsuccessful attempts from their past encounters.

"We've improved and definitely I've seen a massive improvement from us," commented Burnley boss Scott Parker. "It's only small details at this point in our development."

The comeback of top flight fixtures comes after a eventful FIFA window that featured unforgettable highlights including Scotland's dramatic achievement for the international competition.