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England's top division resumes this round of fixtures following the pause for national teams, with bosses providing important fitness reports ahead of the weekend's matches.

Anfield Side Encounter Substantial Missing Players

Anfield coach Arne Slot has confirmed that the young defender, the Dutch full-back, and Florian Wirtz will all miss this round's fixture against Nottingham Forest.

However, first-choice goalkeeper Alisson has regained full health from his hamstring injury and is available.

The manager admitted that Joe Gomez missed training yesterday but should be fit for selection, though he probably won't be played for the entire match.

The Clarets Receive Positive Report on Their Striker

Turf Moor coach Parker has announced that attacker Broja may have "escaped major damage" after sustaining an problem while featuring for Albania against the Three Lions.

The striker left the match on a medical cart, but subsequent examinations have shown the issue is "very, very, very minor."

The Burnley manager added that Broja has been in training since Wednesday and could still play against his previous employers the Blues on the weekend.

St James' Park Side Injury Updates

Magpies boss Eddie Howe has offered updates on several important players ahead of their match against the champions.

Anthony Gordon has "trained extensively" to get back from his hip injury and is "questionable" for tomorrow's fixture.

the full-back is "nearing fitness" after recovering from a knee problem and is also in consideration for selection.

Nick Pope is "fine" after completing safety procedures, while Joelinton and Tonali are both available to play against the visitors.

Weekend Premier League Games

• Turf Moor hosts Chelsea (Sat early kickoff GMT)
• Liverpool v Nottingham Forest (afternoon)
• The Cherries host West Ham (3pm)
• Wolves v Crystal Palace (3pm)
• Brighton v Brentford (standard kickoff)
• Fulham host Sunderland (standard kickoff)
• Newcastle v Man City (evening)
• Leeds host Villa (Sun 2pm)
• Arsenal host Tottenham (Sunday 4.30pm)
• United host Everton (Mon 8pm)

Managerial Attention on Howe

St James' Park side could potentially be in the relegation zone if they suffer defeat against the champions and results in other games don't go their way.

The statistics aren't great for Howe, who has failed to secure victory Guardiola in 18 previous Premier League encounters.

Howe's history against Guardiola stands at two stalemates and sixteen unsuccessful attempts from their past encounters.

"We've improved and definitely I've seen a huge development from us," stated the Clarets boss the gaffer. "It's only minor aspects at this point in our development."

The return of English football action comes after a eventful national team period that included unforgettable highlights including the Scottish team's dramatic qualification for the World Cup.