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England's top division returns this matchweek following the pause for national teams, with bosses providing crucial team news ahead of Saturday's fixtures.

Anfield Side Deal With Major Missing Players

Reds boss Arne Slot has confirmed that the young defender, Jeremie Frimpong, and Wirtz will all be unavailable for this weekend's match against the visitors.

However, starting shot-stopper Alisson has regained full health from his muscle problem and is fit to play.

The Liverpool boss stated that Gomez missed training yesterday but should be fit for selection, though he probably won't be played for the entire match.

Burnley Get Positive Update on Broja

Clarets boss Scott Parker has stated that attacker Armando Broja may have "dodged a bullet" after sustaining an ankle injury while playing for Albania against England.

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

The Burnley manager commented that their striker has been in training since recently and could potentially face his old team the London side on matchday.

Newcastle Fitness News

Magpies boss the manager has provided reports on several key players ahead of their game against Manchester City.

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

the full-back is "nearing fitness" after overcoming a knee ligament injury and is also in the running for the matchday roster.

the goalkeeper is "alright" after completing concussion protocols, while Joelinton and Tonali are both available to face the visitors.

This Round's Top Flight Fixtures

• Burnley v Chelsea (Saturday 12.30pm UK time)
• Liverpool host Forest (afternoon)
• West Ham travel to Bournemouth (standard kickoff)
• Palace visit Molineux (standard kickoff)
• Brighton v Brentford (3pm)
• Sunderland visit Craven Cottage (standard kickoff)
• Newcastle v Man City (evening)
• Villa visit Elland Road (Sunday afternoon)
• Arsenal v Tottenham (Sunday late kickoff)
• United host Everton (Monday 8pm)

Managerial Spotlight on Eddie Howe

St James' Park side could find themselves in the drop zone if they lose against the champions and other matches around them go against them.

The historical record don't look good for Howe, who has never won Guardiola in numerous previous Premier League encounters.

Howe's history against Pep stands at two stalemates and 16 losses from their past encounters.

"We've developed and certainly I've seen a significant progress from us," commented Burnley boss Parker. "They're just minor aspects at this present moment in time."

The return of English football matches comes after a eventful FIFA window that featured memorable events including Scotland's dramatic qualification for the World Cup.