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The Premier League kicks off again this matchweek following the international break, with managers providing important team news ahead of the weekend's games.

The Reds Encounter Major Missing Players

Liverpool manager Arne Slot has announced that Bradley, Frimpong, and Wirtz will all be unavailable for this round's match against the visitors.

However, starting goalkeeper Alisson has fully recovered from his recent setback and is available.

Slot stated that Gomez missed sessions recently but will likely be ready for selection, though he may not be played for the complete game.

Burnley Get Encouraging Update on Broja

Turf Moor coach the manager has announced that striker Armando Broja may have "escaped major damage" after picking up an ankle injury while playing for Albania against the English team.

The striker left the match on a stretcher, but subsequent assessments have shown the issue is "very, very, very minor."

Parker commented that Broja has participated in sessions since midweek and could still face his previous employers the London side on Saturday.

St James' Park Side Injury Reports

St James' Park coach Howe has offered reports on multiple important squad members ahead of their fixture against City.

the winger has "trained extensively" to recover from his hip problem and is "a doubt" for the weekend's fixture.

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

Pope is "alright" after completing concussion protocols, while Joelinton and Tonali are both available to face Manchester City.

Upcoming Top Flight Games

• Burnley v Chelsea (Saturday 12.30pm BST)
• Forest visit Anfield (afternoon)
• West Ham travel to Bournemouth (standard kickoff)
• Wolves v Crystal Palace (3pm)
• Brentford travel to Brighton (afternoon)
• Fulham host Sunderland (standard kickoff)
• City travel to Newcastle (5.30pm)
• Leeds v Aston Villa (Sunday 2pm)
• Spurs visit the Emirates (Sun 4.30pm)
• United host Everton (Mon 8pm)

Tactical Spotlight on Eddie Howe

Newcastle could find themselves in the drop zone if they suffer defeat against Manchester City and other matches around them go against them.

The historical record are unfavorable for Howe, who has failed to secure victory Guardiola in eighteen previous top flight attempts.

Howe's history against the City manager stands at two draws and 16 losses from their previous meetings.

"Our progress and without doubt I've seen a huge development from us," said Burnley boss Scott Parker. "We need to work on small details at this current stage."

The resumption of English football matches comes after a dramatic international break that featured remarkable moments including Scotland's nail-biting achievement for the World Cup.