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England's top division kicks off again this matchweek following the FIFA window, with bosses providing crucial fitness reports ahead of Saturday's matches.

The Reds Encounter Substantial Unavailable Stars

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

However, starting goalkeeper the Brazilian has returned to fitness from his muscle problem and is available.

The Liverpool boss revealed that Joe Gomez was absent from practice recently but should be available for consideration, though it's unlikely he'll be risk for the entire match.

Burnley Receive Encouraging Report on Their Striker

Turf Moor coach Parker has announced that striker Broja may have "dodged a bullet" after picking up an problem while appearing for his national team against the English team.

The striker left the fixture on a stretcher, but subsequent examinations have revealed the injury is "very, very, very minor."

The Burnley manager noted that Broja has participated in sessions since recently and could yet feature versus his previous employers the Blues on Saturday.

Newcastle Injury News

St James' Park coach the manager has offered updates on multiple first-team individuals ahead of their match against City.

Gordon has "worked very hard" to recover from his hip problem and is "a doubt" for tomorrow's encounter.

Tino Livramento is "very close" after recovering from a knee problem and is also in contention for selection.

Nick Pope is "okay" after undergoing head injury assessment, while the Brazilian and the Italian are both available to play against the visitors.

Weekend Top Flight Matches

• Burnley v Chelsea (Saturday lunchtime GMT)
• Liverpool host Forest (afternoon)
• The Cherries host West Ham (standard kickoff)
• Wolves v Crystal Palace (standard kickoff)
• Brentford travel to Brighton (afternoon)
• Fulham host Sunderland (3pm)
• City travel to Newcastle (late kickoff)
• Leeds host Villa (Sunday early kickoff)
• Spurs visit the Emirates (Sunday 4.30pm)
• Man United v Everton (Mon evening kickoff)

Coaching Spotlight on Howe

Newcastle could potentially be in the relegation zone if they suffer defeat against the champions and outcomes elsewhere don't go their way.

The omens don't look good for Eddie Howe, who has been unable to beat the City boss in 18 previous English football attempts.

Howe's history against Guardiola stands at two stalemates and sixteen defeats from their past encounters.

"Our progress and certainly I've seen a massive improvement from us," commented Burnley boss the gaffer. "They're just minor aspects at this current stage."

The comeback of Premier League matches comes after a eventful national team period that included remarkable events including Scotland's thrilling achievement for the World Cup.