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The Premier League returns this round of fixtures following the FIFA window, with managers providing crucial squad updates ahead of the weekend's matches.

The Reds Encounter Substantial Absences

Anfield coach Arne Slot has revealed that Conor Bradley, Jeremie Frimpong, and Wirtz will all be unavailable for this weekend's fixture against Forest.

However, first-choice goalkeeper Alisson Becker has fully recovered from his recent setback and is ready for selection.

The Liverpool boss admitted that Gomez was absent from training recently but will likely be ready for consideration, though he probably won't be risk for the entire match.

Turf Moor Side Have Positive Update on Their Striker

Clarets boss Parker has revealed that forward Armando Broja may have "avoided serious injury" after sustaining an ankle injury while appearing for his national team against England.

The 24-year-old left the fixture on a assisted device, but follow-up examinations have revealed the issue is "not serious at all."

Scott Parker noted that the forward has participated in sessions since midweek and could still face his former club Chelsea on Saturday.

St James' Park Side Injury News

St James' Park coach Eddie Howe has given updates on a number of important individuals ahead of their match against City.

Gordon has "worked very hard" to get back from his hip problem and is "a doubt" for Saturday's fixture.

the full-back is "almost ready" after recovering from a knee ligament injury and is also in the running for the matchday roster.

the goalkeeper is "okay" after following concussion protocols, while the Brazilian and Sandro Tonali are both fit to play against City.

Weekend Top Flight Matches

• Chelsea travel to Burnley (Sat 12.30pm GMT)
• Forest visit Anfield (standard kickoff)
• Bournemouth v West Ham (standard kickoff)
• Wolves host Palace (standard kickoff)
• Brentford travel to Brighton (standard kickoff)
• Fulham host Sunderland (3pm)
• Newcastle v Man City (evening)
• Leeds v Aston Villa (Sunday afternoon)
• Arsenal v Tottenham (Sunday evening)
• Man United v Everton (Monday evening kickoff)

Tactical Spotlight on Howe

Newcastle could find themselves in the bottom three if they lose against City and outcomes in other games don't go their way.

The statistics aren't great for Eddie Howe, who has failed to secure victory Pep Guardiola in eighteen prior English football matches.

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

"We've improved and without doubt I've seen a huge development from us," stated Burnley manager the gaffer. "We need to work on little tiny bits at this point in our development."

The comeback of top flight matches comes after a dramatic national team period that included memorable events including the Scottish team's thrilling achievement for the World Cup.