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The English top flight kicks off again this weekend following the international break, with managers providing important squad updates ahead of Saturday's games.

Anfield Side Deal With Significant Missing Players

Anfield coach Arne Slot has announced that Bradley, the Dutch full-back, and Florian Wirtz will all sit out this weekend's match against Forest.

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

Slot admitted that Gomez sat out practice on Thursday but will likely be available for consideration, though it's unlikely he'll be played for the entire match.

Burnley Get Encouraging Update on Armando Broja

Turf Moor coach the manager has announced that attacker Broja may have "escaped major damage" after picking up an knock while appearing for his national team against England.

The striker left the game on a medical cart, but follow-up examinations have revealed the problem is "not serious at all."

The Burnley manager noted that the forward has participated in sessions since Wednesday and could potentially play against his previous employers Chelsea on the weekend.

St James' Park Side Fitness Updates

Magpies boss Eddie Howe has given updates on several important squad members ahead of their fixture against the champions.

the winger has "put in significant effort" to get back from his hip injury and is "questionable" for Saturday's fixture.

Livramento is "nearing fitness" after recovering from a knee ligament injury and is also in consideration for the squad.

the goalkeeper is "fine" after completing head injury assessment, while Joelinton and Sandro Tonali are both ready to play against Manchester City.

Upcoming Premier League Fixtures

• Chelsea travel to Burnley (Sat lunchtime UK time)
• Forest visit Anfield (3pm)
• The Cherries host West Ham (3pm)
• Wolves host Palace (3pm)
• Brentford travel to Brighton (standard kickoff)
• Sunderland visit Craven Cottage (afternoon)
• City travel to Newcastle (late kickoff)
• Leeds host Villa (Sun early kickoff)
• Arsenal v Tottenham (Sun 4.30pm)
• Everton visit Old Trafford (Monday evening kickoff)

Tactical Spotlight on Eddie Howe

St James' Park side could find themselves in the relegation zone if they suffer defeat against Manchester City and outcomes in other games go against them.

The historical record are unfavorable for Eddie Howe, who has failed to secure victory Pep Guardiola in numerous previous Premier League attempts.

His record against Guardiola stands at two tied games and 16 losses from their past encounters.

"Our progress and without doubt I've seen a huge development from us," commented Burnley coach the gaffer. "It's only little tiny bits at this current stage."

The resumption of Premier League fixtures comes after a eventful FIFA window that featured memorable events including the Scottish team's thrilling achievement for the global tournament.