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The English top flight returns this matchweek following the international break, with bosses providing important fitness reports ahead of Saturday's fixtures.

Anfield Side Encounter Major Unavailable Stars

Liverpool manager Arne Slot has confirmed that Conor Bradley, Jeremie Frimpong, and Wirtz will all miss this upcoming fixture against Nottingham Forest.

On a positive note, first-choice shot-stopper Alisson Becker has fully recovered from his muscle problem and is ready for selection.

The manager stated that the versatile defender missed training on Thursday but will likely be ready for the squad, though it's unlikely he'll be used for the entire match.

The Clarets Get Encouraging Report on Broja

Turf Moor coach Parker has stated that forward Armando Broja may have "dodged a bullet" after suffering an problem while playing for Albania against the English team.

The striker left the fixture on a stretcher, but follow-up assessments have revealed the injury is "much less severe than feared."

Scott Parker added that their striker has trained since midweek and could still play against his former club the Blues on Saturday.

Newcastle Fitness Updates

Magpies boss Howe has offered reports on multiple first-team individuals ahead of their match against City.

Anthony Gordon has "put in significant effort" to return from his hip problem and is "questionable" for the weekend's encounter.

Tino Livramento is "very close" after recovering from a knee problem and is also in contention for the matchday roster.

the goalkeeper is "fine" after following safety procedures, while the Brazilian and Sandro Tonali are both fit to take on the visitors.

Weekend Premier League Matches

• Chelsea travel to Burnley (Sat lunchtime BST)
• Liverpool v Nottingham Forest (3pm)
• The Cherries host West Ham (afternoon)
• Palace visit Molineux (standard kickoff)
• Brentford travel to Brighton (3pm)
• Fulham host Sunderland (standard kickoff)
• Newcastle v Man City (evening)
• Leeds v Aston Villa (Sunday afternoon)
• Spurs visit the Emirates (Sun evening)
• United host Everton (Mon night)

Coaching Attention on Howe

St James' Park side could potentially be in the bottom three if they are defeated against the champions and other matches around them are unfavorable.

The historical record are unfavorable for Eddie Howe, who has been unable to beat Pep Guardiola in numerous previous top flight attempts.

The statistics against Guardiola stands at two draws and sixteen defeats from their historical matchups.

"We've developed and definitely I've seen a significant progress from us," said Burnley boss Parker. "It's only minor aspects at this present moment in time."

The comeback of Premier League action comes after a dramatic international break that featured remarkable highlights including Scotland's thrilling success for the global tournament.