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England's top division returns this matchweek following the pause for national teams, with managers providing important fitness reports ahead of matchday twelve's games.

Anfield Side Encounter Significant Missing Players

Anfield coach Arne Slot has revealed that the young defender, Frimpong, and Florian Wirtz will all be unavailable for this weekend's game against Nottingham Forest.

On a positive note, number one goalkeeper Alisson has regained full health from his recent setback and is fit to play.

Slot revealed that Gomez sat out training on Thursday but will likely be ready for the squad, though he may not be played for the entire match.

The Clarets Have Encouraging Report on Their Striker

Turf Moor coach the manager has revealed that striker Broja may have "escaped major damage" after sustaining an ankle injury while appearing for Albania against the English team.

The striker left the match on a stretcher, but follow-up assessments have revealed the problem is "not serious at all."

The Burnley manager added that Broja has been in training since midweek and could potentially face his previous employers the London side on the weekend.

The Magpies Injury Updates

St James' Park coach Howe has offered reports on a number of key players ahead of their match against Manchester City.

Gordon has "worked very hard" to recover from his recent issue and is "touch-and-go" for tomorrow's fixture.

Livramento is "almost ready" after overcoming a serious knee issue and is also in consideration for the squad.

Nick Pope is "fine" after following head injury assessment, while the Brazilian and the Italian are both ready to face City.

Upcoming Top Flight Matches

• Chelsea travel to Burnley (Saturday lunchtime UK time)
• Liverpool v Nottingham Forest (afternoon)
• Bournemouth v West Ham (afternoon)
• Palace visit Molineux (afternoon)
• Brighton v Brentford (standard kickoff)
• Sunderland visit Craven Cottage (standard kickoff)
• The Magpies host City (evening)
• Villa visit Elland Road (Sun early kickoff)
• Arsenal v Tottenham (Sun evening)
• Everton visit Old Trafford (Monday night)

Tactical Attention on Howe

Newcastle could potentially be in the drop zone if they suffer defeat against the champions and outcomes in other games are unfavorable.

The statistics are unfavorable for Howe, who has been unable to beat Guardiola in eighteen previous English football attempts.

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

"Our progress and definitely I've seen a massive improvement from us," said the Clarets manager Parker. "It's only little tiny bits at this current stage."

The comeback of Premier League fixtures comes after a dramatic international break that saw memorable events including the Scottish team's thrilling achievement for the international competition.