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The Premier League kicks off again this weekend following the FIFA window, with bosses providing important squad updates ahead of matchday twelve's games.

Anfield Side Face Significant Unavailable Stars

Anfield coach Arne Slot has confirmed that Bradley, the Dutch full-back, and the German midfielder will all miss this upcoming fixture against Forest.

However, starting keeper Alisson Becker has regained full health from his recent setback and is fit to play.

The manager admitted that Joe Gomez was absent from practice on Thursday but is expected to be fit for consideration, though it's unlikely he'll be used for the full 90 minutes.

Burnley Get Encouraging News on Armando Broja

Turf Moor coach the manager has announced that striker the Albanian may have "avoided serious injury" after suffering an problem while appearing for his national team against the Three Lions.

The striker left the game on a assisted device, but later checks have revealed the problem is "very, very, very minor."

The Burnley manager commented that Broja has trained since Wednesday and could yet play against his old team the London side on Saturday.

The Magpies Fitness Updates

Newcastle manager Howe has given reports on a number of key squad members ahead of their match against the champions.

the winger has "trained extensively" to recover from his recent issue and is "questionable" for tomorrow's match.

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

Pope is "alright" after undergoing safety procedures, while Joelinton and Tonali are both available to play against City.

This Round's Top Flight Games

• Turf Moor hosts Chelsea (Saturday lunchtime GMT)
• Liverpool v Nottingham Forest (standard kickoff)
• The Cherries host West Ham (standard kickoff)
• Wolves v Crystal Palace (afternoon)
• Brentford travel to Brighton (standard kickoff)
• Sunderland visit Craven Cottage (afternoon)
• The Magpies host City (late kickoff)
• Leeds host Villa (Sunday early kickoff)
• Spurs visit the Emirates (Sun evening)
• Man United v Everton (Monday 8pm)

Coaching Attention on Eddie Howe

St James' Park side could end up in the bottom three if they lose against City and results around them don't go their way.

The omens don't look good for Eddie Howe, who has never won Guardiola in 18 prior top flight attempts.

The statistics against Pep stands at two tied games and sixteen defeats from their previous meetings.

"We've improved and without doubt I've seen a massive improvement from us," commented Turf Moor boss Parker. "It's only small details at this present moment in time."

The comeback of Premier League action comes after a chaotic international break that saw remarkable moments including Scotland's dramatic success for the global tournament.