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England's top division kicks off again this weekend following the FIFA window, with bosses providing important team news ahead of the weekend's games.

Liverpool Encounter Significant Absences

Reds boss Arne Slot has revealed that Bradley, Jeremie Frimpong, and the German midfielder will all be unavailable for this weekend's match against Forest.

On a positive note, first-choice goalkeeper Alisson Becker has returned to fitness from his recent setback and is available.

The manager stated that Joe Gomez was absent from training yesterday but will likely be ready for the squad, though he probably won't be risk for the complete game.

Burnley Receive Positive Update on Broja

Clarets boss Scott Parker has stated that striker Broja may have "escaped major damage" after suffering an ankle injury while featuring for the Albanian side against the Three Lions.

The striker left the match on a assisted device, but follow-up assessments have shown the problem is "much less severe than feared."

Parker commented that the forward has participated in sessions since Wednesday and could yet face his previous employers the London side on matchday.

Newcastle Fitness Reports

Magpies boss Howe has provided news on several key players ahead of their match against Manchester City.

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

the full-back is "nearing fitness" after recovering from a serious knee issue and is also in contention for the squad.

Nick Pope is "alright" after undergoing concussion protocols, while Joelinton and Tonali are both ready to face City.

Weekend Premier League Games

• Chelsea travel to Burnley (Saturday early kickoff GMT)
• Liverpool host Forest (afternoon)
• Bournemouth v West Ham (afternoon)
• Palace visit Molineux (3pm)
• The Seagulls host Brentford (3pm)
• Sunderland visit Craven Cottage (3pm)
• Newcastle v Man City (late kickoff)
• Villa visit Elland Road (Sun 2pm)
• Spurs visit the Emirates (Sun 4.30pm)
• Everton visit Old Trafford (Mon evening kickoff)

Coaching Attention on Howe

The Magpies could potentially be in the relegation zone if they suffer defeat against City and results around them are unfavorable.

The statistics aren't great for Eddie Howe, who has never won Pep Guardiola in 18 prior English football matches.

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

"We've developed and without doubt I've seen a huge development from us," stated the Clarets coach Parker. "We need to work on little tiny bits at this current stage."

The return of English football action comes after a dramatic international break that saw unforgettable highlights including the Scottish team's dramatic achievement for the international competition.