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The Premier League resumes this weekend following the international break, with coaches providing vital squad updates ahead of the weekend's fixtures.

Anfield Side Deal With Significant Absences

Reds boss Arne Slot has revealed that Conor Bradley, Frimpong, and the German midfielder will all sit out this round's match against the visitors.

On a positive note, starting keeper the Brazilian has returned to fitness from his muscle problem and is available.

The manager revealed that Gomez was absent from training recently but will likely be ready for consideration, though he probably won't be played for the complete game.

Burnley Have Encouraging Update on Broja

Turf Moor coach Parker has stated that attacker Broja may have "dodged a bullet" after sustaining an knock while featuring for his national team against England.

The 24-year-old left the match on a medical cart, but follow-up examinations have shown the problem is "not serious at all."

Scott Parker noted that Broja has been in training since midweek and could still face his previous employers Chelsea on matchday.

The Magpies Injury News

St James' Park coach Eddie Howe has given updates on multiple first-team squad members ahead of their match against City.

Anthony Gordon has "put in significant effort" to return from his hip problem and is "touch-and-go" for Saturday's fixture.

Tino Livramento is "nearing fitness" after returning from a knee ligament injury and is also in the running for the squad.

Nick Pope is "okay" after following head injury assessment, while Joelinton and Tonali are both fit to play against the visitors.

Weekend Top Flight Fixtures

• Burnley v Chelsea (Saturday early kickoff BST)
• Forest visit Anfield (standard kickoff)
• Bournemouth v West Ham (afternoon)
• Palace visit Molineux (3pm)
• The Seagulls host Brentford (3pm)
• Sunderland visit Craven Cottage (3pm)
• Newcastle v Man City (5.30pm)
• Villa visit Elland Road (Sunday 2pm)
• Spurs visit the Emirates (Sunday 4.30pm)
• Man United v Everton (Mon night)

Tactical Attention on Eddie Howe

The Magpies could potentially be in the drop zone if they lose against the champions and results elsewhere go against them.

The omens don't look good for Eddie Howe, who has been unable to beat Pep Guardiola in numerous prior English football attempts.

The statistics against Pep stands at two draws and sixteen unsuccessful attempts from their past encounters.

"We've improved and without doubt I've seen a significant progress from us," stated the Clarets coach Parker. "We need to work on little tiny bits at this point in our development."

The comeback of top flight fixtures comes after a chaotic national team period that saw unforgettable events including the Scottish team's dramatic qualification for the global tournament.