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The Premier League resumes this weekend following the pause for national teams, with managers providing important fitness reports ahead of Saturday's games.

Liverpool Face Substantial Absences

Reds boss Arne Slot has announced that Bradley, Jeremie Frimpong, and the German midfielder will all miss this weekend's match against Nottingham Forest.

On a positive note, first-choice keeper Alisson has returned to fitness from his recent setback and is ready for selection.

Slot revealed that Gomez missed sessions recently but will likely be available for consideration, though he probably won't be used for the full 90 minutes.

Burnley Get Positive News on Their Striker

Clarets boss the manager has announced that attacker Armando Broja may have "avoided serious injury" after suffering an ankle injury while playing for Albania against the Three Lions.

Broja left the game on a assisted device, but subsequent checks have shown the injury is "not serious at all."

Scott Parker noted that the forward has participated in sessions since midweek and could yet face his former club the London side on the weekend.

St James' Park Side Fitness Reports

Newcastle manager the manager has provided reports on a number of key individuals ahead of their fixture against Manchester City.

Anthony Gordon has "worked very hard" to get back from his hip injury and is "a doubt" for Saturday's encounter.

Tino Livramento is "very close" after overcoming a serious knee issue and is also in consideration for selection.

the goalkeeper is "fine" after undergoing concussion protocols, while the Brazilian and Tonali are both available to take on City.

Upcoming Premier League Fixtures

• Chelsea travel to Burnley (Sat early kickoff UK time)
• Forest visit Anfield (3pm)
• Bournemouth v West Ham (standard kickoff)
• Wolves host Palace (standard kickoff)
• The Seagulls host Brentford (afternoon)
• Fulham host Sunderland (afternoon)
• City travel to Newcastle (evening)
• Villa visit Elland Road (Sunday early kickoff)
• Spurs visit the Emirates (Sun late kickoff)
• Man United v Everton (Mon 8pm)

Managerial Focus on Howe

St James' Park side could find themselves in the bottom three if they are defeated against City and results elsewhere go against them.

The statistics aren't great for Eddie Howe, who has never won Guardiola in numerous previous top flight encounters.

His record against Pep stands at two tied games and 16 losses from their historical matchups.

"Our progress and definitely I've seen a huge development from us," stated Turf Moor manager Parker. "It's only little tiny bits at this present moment in time."

The resumption of top flight matches comes after a dramatic national team period that featured memorable moments including the Scottish team's thrilling success for the World Cup.