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The Premier League kicks off again this round of fixtures following the FIFA window, with managers providing crucial squad updates ahead of Saturday's matches.

Liverpool Face Significant Missing Players

Reds boss Arne Slot has revealed that Bradley, the Dutch full-back, and the German midfielder will all miss this weekend's match against Forest.

Meanwhile, first-choice goalkeeper Alisson has fully recovered from his muscle problem and is ready for selection.

The Liverpool boss admitted that Gomez was absent from training recently but is expected to be ready for selection, though he probably won't be played for the full 90 minutes.

Turf Moor Side Get Encouraging Report on Broja

Turf Moor coach Parker has announced that striker the Albanian may have "dodged a bullet" after picking up an knock while appearing for the Albanian side against England.

The 24-year-old left the game on a stretcher, but subsequent checks have revealed the problem is "not serious at all."

The Burnley manager commented that the forward has trained since midweek and could yet face his old team Chelsea on matchday.

The Magpies Injury Reports

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

the winger has "trained extensively" to recover from his hip problem and is "touch-and-go" for the weekend's fixture.

the full-back is "very close" after overcoming a serious knee issue and is also in contention for the matchday roster.

the goalkeeper is "okay" after undergoing safety procedures, while Joelinton and Sandro Tonali are both fit to play against Manchester City.

Weekend Top Flight Fixtures

• Chelsea travel to Burnley (Saturday early kickoff UK time)
• Liverpool v Nottingham Forest (standard kickoff)
• The Cherries host West Ham (3pm)
• Wolves host Palace (3pm)
• Brentford travel to Brighton (3pm)
• Fulham v Sunderland (afternoon)
• Newcastle v Man City (evening)
• Leeds host Villa (Sunday 2pm)
• Arsenal v Tottenham (Sun evening)
• Everton visit Old Trafford (Monday evening kickoff)

Tactical Focus on Howe

The Magpies could potentially be in the bottom three if they lose against the champions and results around them go against them.

The statistics are unfavorable for Eddie Howe, who has never won Pep Guardiola in eighteen prior Premier League attempts.

His record against the City manager stands at two draws and 16 losses from their previous meetings.

"We've improved and definitely I've seen a massive improvement from us," stated Burnley boss Scott Parker. "It's only small details at this present moment in time."

The resumption of top flight fixtures comes after a dramatic international break that featured remarkable moments including Scotland's dramatic success for the international competition.