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England's top division returns this weekend following the international break, with coaches providing important squad updates ahead of Saturday's matches.

The Reds Deal With Major Absences

Reds boss Arne Slot has announced that Bradley, Frimpong, and Florian Wirtz will all sit out this weekend's match against the visitors.

On a positive note, starting shot-stopper Alisson has regained full health from his recent setback and is available.

The Liverpool boss stated that Joe Gomez was absent from training yesterday but will likely be fit for consideration, though it's unlikely he'll be risk for the complete game.

Burnley Receive Positive News on Broja

Burnley manager Scott Parker has stated that forward Armando Broja may have "dodged a bullet" after picking up an ankle injury while featuring for the Albanian side against the English team.

The striker left the fixture on a assisted device, but subsequent examinations have revealed the injury is "not serious at all."

The Burnley manager noted that Broja has trained since recently and could yet feature versus his old team the London side on Saturday.

The Magpies Injury Reports

Magpies boss Eddie Howe has offered news on several first-team individuals ahead of their match against Manchester City.

Gordon has "trained extensively" to return from his hip injury and is "questionable" for Saturday's encounter.

the full-back is "almost ready" after recovering from a knee ligament injury and is also in consideration for the matchday roster.

Nick Pope is "fine" after following head injury assessment, while the Brazilian and Sandro Tonali are both ready to face City.

This Round's Premier League Games

• Chelsea travel to Burnley (Saturday early kickoff GMT)
• Forest visit Anfield (afternoon)
• West Ham travel to Bournemouth (3pm)
• Wolves v Crystal Palace (standard kickoff)
• Brentford travel to Brighton (standard kickoff)
• Fulham host Sunderland (afternoon)
• The Magpies host City (5.30pm)
• Villa visit Elland Road (Sunday 2pm)
• Arsenal v Tottenham (Sunday 4.30pm)
• Everton visit Old Trafford (Monday 8pm)

Coaching Spotlight on Howe

Newcastle could end up in the relegation zone if they are defeated against City and other matches around them are unfavorable.

The statistics are unfavorable for Howe, who has failed to secure victory Pep Guardiola in 18 past English football matches.

His record against Pep stands at two stalemates and 16 losses from their historical matchups.

"We've developed and certainly I've seen a significant progress from us," commented the Clarets coach the gaffer. "They're just little tiny bits at this present moment in time."

The resumption of English football fixtures comes after a dramatic national team period that saw memorable moments including the Scottish team's nail-biting qualification for the international competition.