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The Premier League kicks off again this weekend following the pause for national teams, with bosses providing crucial fitness reports ahead of the weekend's games.

The Reds Encounter Major Unavailable Stars

Anfield coach Arne Slot has confirmed that the young defender, the Dutch full-back, and the German midfielder will all sit out this round's match against Forest.

However, starting keeper Alisson Becker has fully recovered from his recent setback and is ready for selection.

Slot stated that Joe Gomez missed training yesterday but is expected to be fit for consideration, though he may not be risk for the entire match.

The Clarets Receive Encouraging News on Broja

Turf Moor coach the manager has announced that attacker Broja may have "dodged a bullet" after sustaining an ankle injury while appearing for Albania against England.

The 24-year-old left the fixture on a medical cart, but subsequent checks have shown the problem is "very, very, very minor."

Parker noted that their striker has been in training since midweek and could still play against his old team Chelsea on matchday.

St James' Park Side Fitness Reports

Newcastle manager Howe has offered updates on a number of first-team individuals ahead of their fixture against City.

the winger has "put in significant effort" to return from his hip problem and is "questionable" for tomorrow's encounter.

Tino Livramento is "very close" after overcoming a knee ligament injury and is also in contention for the matchday roster.

Nick Pope is "alright" after completing safety procedures, while Joelinton and the Italian are both ready to take on City.

Weekend Top Flight Matches

• Chelsea travel to Burnley (Sat early kickoff GMT)
• Forest visit Anfield (afternoon)
• Bournemouth v West Ham (afternoon)
• Wolves v Crystal Palace (standard kickoff)
• The Seagulls host Brentford (3pm)
• Fulham host Sunderland (afternoon)
• City travel to Newcastle (5.30pm)
• Villa visit Elland Road (Sun afternoon)
• Arsenal v Tottenham (Sun evening)
• Man United v Everton (Mon evening kickoff)

Coaching Spotlight on Eddie Howe

The Magpies could end up in the bottom three if they suffer defeat against the champions and outcomes in other games don't go their way.

The historical record don't look good for Howe, who has been unable to beat Pep Guardiola in eighteen prior Premier League matches.

Howe's history against Pep stands at two tied games and 16 losses from their past encounters.

"We've improved and without doubt I've seen a huge development from us," said the Clarets boss Parker. "It's only little tiny bits at this point in our development."

The return of English football fixtures comes after a eventful international break that featured memorable events including the Scottish team's dramatic success for the World Cup.