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The Premier League kicks off again this matchweek following the FIFA window, with bosses providing important squad updates ahead of Saturday's fixtures.

Liverpool Deal With Substantial Absences

Anfield coach Arne Slot has announced that Conor Bradley, Jeremie Frimpong, and Wirtz will all miss this upcoming game against Forest.

Meanwhile, number one keeper the Brazilian has returned to fitness from his muscle problem and is available.

The manager admitted that Joe Gomez sat out sessions recently but will likely be available for consideration, though he may not be played for the entire match.

Burnley Receive Positive News on Armando Broja

Clarets boss Parker has announced that striker Broja may have "dodged a bullet" after picking up an problem while featuring for his national team against England.

Broja left the fixture on a assisted device, but follow-up checks have indicated the problem is "much less severe than feared."

Scott Parker commented that their striker has trained since Wednesday and could potentially face his former club Chelsea on Saturday.

Newcastle Fitness News

Newcastle manager Eddie Howe has provided news on several first-team squad members ahead of their match against the champions.

Gordon has "put in significant effort" to return from his recent issue and is "a doubt" for the weekend's fixture.

Tino Livramento is "very close" after overcoming a knee ligament injury and is also in consideration for selection.

the goalkeeper is "okay" after following head injury assessment, while Joelinton and Tonali are both ready to take on City.

Weekend Top Flight Games

• Chelsea travel to Burnley (Saturday 12.30pm GMT)
• Liverpool v Nottingham Forest (standard kickoff)
• West Ham travel to Bournemouth (afternoon)
• Wolves host Palace (3pm)
• The Seagulls host Brentford (3pm)
• Fulham host Sunderland (3pm)
• Newcastle v Man City (5.30pm)
• Leeds v Aston Villa (Sun early kickoff)
• Spurs visit the Emirates (Sun late kickoff)
• Man United v Everton (Monday night)

Tactical Attention on Eddie Howe

The Magpies could end up in the relegation zone if they lose against the champions and results in other games go against them.

The historical record are unfavorable for Eddie Howe, who has failed to secure victory Pep Guardiola in numerous prior English football attempts.

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

"We've developed and definitely I've seen a massive improvement from us," said Burnley manager the gaffer. "We need to work on little tiny bits at this present moment in time."

The return of English football action comes after a eventful national team period that included unforgettable highlights including Scotland's thrilling qualification for the global tournament.