English Top Flight Resumes with Important Injury Reports

The Premier League returns this weekend following the FIFA window, with coaches providing vital team news ahead of the weekend's matches.

Anfield Side Face Substantial Missing Players

Reds boss Arne Slot has revealed that the young defender, the Dutch full-back, and Wirtz will all sit out this round's game against the visitors.

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

The Liverpool boss admitted that Gomez was absent from training yesterday but will likely be available for selection, though he probably won't be played for the full 90 minutes.

Burnley Receive Encouraging Report on Their Striker

Burnley manager Parker has announced that attacker Broja may have "escaped major damage" after suffering an problem while appearing for his national team against England.

The 24-year-old left the match on a medical cart, but later assessments have revealed the injury is "much less severe than feared."

Parker noted that their striker has been in training since recently and could potentially play against his old team the London side on the weekend.

Newcastle Injury Updates

Magpies boss Howe has offered updates on multiple key squad members ahead of their fixture against Manchester City.

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

Livramento is "almost ready" after overcoming a knee problem and is also in contention for selection.

Nick Pope is "fine" after following safety procedures, while Joelinton and the Italian are both ready to face City.

Weekend Top Flight Fixtures

• Burnley v Chelsea (Saturday early kickoff UK time)
• Liverpool v Nottingham Forest (afternoon)
• Bournemouth v West Ham (3pm)
• Palace visit Molineux (standard kickoff)
• Brighton v Brentford (standard kickoff)
• Fulham v Sunderland (afternoon)
• Newcastle v Man City (5.30pm)
• Leeds host Villa (Sunday afternoon)
• Arsenal host Tottenham (Sunday evening)
• Everton visit Old Trafford (Mon evening kickoff)

Managerial Focus on Howe

Newcastle could end up in the relegation zone if they suffer defeat against the champions and results around them go against them.

The historical record don't look good for Eddie Howe, who has been unable to beat Pep Guardiola in eighteen prior English football encounters.

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

"We've developed and definitely I've seen a huge development from us," commented Turf Moor boss the gaffer. "We need to work on minor aspects at this point in our development."

The comeback of top flight action comes after a eventful international break that featured remarkable events including Scotland's thrilling success for the global tournament.