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The English top flight kicks off again this round of fixtures following the international break, with bosses providing vital fitness reports ahead of Saturday's games.

Anfield Side Encounter Substantial Absences

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

Meanwhile, starting keeper Alisson Becker has returned to fitness from his muscle problem and is available.

Slot admitted that Gomez sat out practice yesterday but is expected to be ready for the squad, though he may not be risk for the entire match.

Burnley Get Good News on Broja

Turf Moor coach Parker has revealed that attacker Broja may have "escaped major damage" after picking up an knock while featuring for his national team against the Three Lions.

The 24-year-old left the fixture on a assisted device, but subsequent assessments have revealed the problem is "very, very, very minor."

The Burnley manager added that Broja has been in training since midweek and could still feature versus his previous employers the Blues on matchday.

Newcastle Fitness News

Newcastle manager Howe has provided news on several key players ahead of their fixture against City.

the winger has "worked very hard" to recover from his recent issue and is "a doubt" for the weekend's encounter.

the full-back is "almost ready" after recovering from a knee problem and is also in consideration for selection.

Nick Pope is "okay" after following concussion protocols, while Joelinton and the Italian are both fit to take on the visitors.

Weekend Premier League Games

• Chelsea travel to Burnley (Saturday early kickoff UK time)
• Forest visit Anfield (afternoon)
• West Ham travel to Bournemouth (3pm)
• Wolves v Crystal Palace (afternoon)
• The Seagulls host Brentford (afternoon)
• Fulham host Sunderland (3pm)
• City travel to Newcastle (late kickoff)
• Villa visit Elland Road (Sunday afternoon)
• Arsenal host Tottenham (Sun evening)
• Everton visit Old Trafford (Mon evening kickoff)

Managerial Attention on Howe

The Magpies could find themselves in the bottom three if they are defeated against the champions and outcomes around them go against them.

The omens are unfavorable for Eddie Howe, who has been unable to beat Pep Guardiola in 18 past Premier League matches.

His record against Guardiola stands at two draws and sixteen defeats from their previous meetings.

"We've developed and definitely I've seen a significant progress from us," stated the Clarets boss Parker. "They're just minor aspects at this present moment in time."

The comeback of English football action comes after a eventful international break that included remarkable highlights including the Scottish team's thrilling success for the international competition.