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The English top flight returns this round of fixtures following the FIFA window, with bosses providing crucial fitness reports ahead of the weekend's games.

The Reds Deal With Major Absences

Liverpool manager Arne Slot has announced that the young defender, Jeremie Frimpong, and Florian Wirtz will all miss this upcoming game against the visitors.

However, starting goalkeeper the Brazilian has returned to fitness from his hamstring injury and is ready for selection.

Slot admitted that Gomez sat out training on Thursday but is expected to be available for selection, though he may not be played for the full 90 minutes.

The Clarets Have Good Update on Broja

Turf Moor coach the manager has stated that striker Broja may have "avoided serious injury" after picking up an knock while featuring for Albania against the Three Lions.

The striker left the match on a stretcher, but subsequent examinations have shown the problem is "much less severe than feared."

Parker commented that the forward has participated in sessions since Wednesday and could potentially face his old team Chelsea on Saturday.

Newcastle Injury Reports

St James' Park coach the manager has provided updates on several important players ahead of their game against the champions.

the winger has "put in significant effort" to get back from his recent issue and is "touch-and-go" for Saturday's match.

Tino Livramento is "very close" after returning from a knee ligament injury and is also in the running for selection.

Pope is "alright" after undergoing safety procedures, while Joelinton and Sandro Tonali are both ready to face City.

Weekend Premier League Games

• Burnley v Chelsea (Sat lunchtime GMT)
• Forest visit Anfield (afternoon)
• West Ham travel to Bournemouth (afternoon)
• Wolves v Crystal Palace (3pm)
• Brighton v Brentford (3pm)
• Fulham host Sunderland (standard kickoff)
• The Magpies host City (late kickoff)
• Villa visit Elland Road (Sunday early kickoff)
• Arsenal v Tottenham (Sun late kickoff)
• United host Everton (Monday evening kickoff)

Managerial Focus on Howe

St James' Park side could end up in the relegation zone if they suffer defeat against the champions and results in other games are unfavorable.

The omens are unfavorable for Eddie Howe, who has never won Guardiola in 18 previous Premier League attempts.

His record against Pep stands at two stalemates and sixteen defeats from their previous meetings.

"We've improved and certainly I've seen a huge development from us," commented Turf Moor boss Scott Parker. "We need to work on minor aspects at this current stage."

The resumption of top flight action comes after a chaotic international break that saw memorable events including Scotland's thrilling qualification for the World Cup.