🔗 Share this article

England's top division kicks off again this matchweek following the FIFA window, with coaches providing vital squad updates ahead of the weekend's matches.

Anfield Side Encounter Major Missing Players

Liverpool manager Arne Slot has confirmed that Bradley, the Dutch full-back, and Wirtz will all sit out this weekend's game against the visitors.

However, first-choice shot-stopper the Brazilian has returned to fitness from his recent setback and is available.

The Liverpool boss stated that the versatile defender missed sessions yesterday but should be ready for consideration, though he may not be used for the entire match.

Burnley Have Good News on Their Striker

Turf Moor coach the manager has stated that striker the Albanian may have "avoided serious injury" after picking up an knock while featuring for the Albanian side against the Three Lions.

The striker left the game on a assisted device, but later checks have shown the problem is "not serious at all."

Parker noted that their striker has participated in sessions since midweek and could still play against his previous employers the Blues on Saturday.

Newcastle Fitness Updates

St James' Park coach Eddie Howe has given news on several important squad members ahead of their game against Manchester City.

the winger has "worked very hard" to return from his hip problem and is "a doubt" for Saturday's match.

Livramento is "almost ready" after recovering from a knee problem and is also in contention for the squad.

Nick Pope is "okay" after undergoing head injury assessment, while the Brazilian and the Italian are both fit to face Manchester City.

This Round's Top Flight Games

• Burnley v Chelsea (Saturday 12.30pm 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 (3pm)
• City travel to Newcastle (5.30pm)
• Leeds host Villa (Sunday early kickoff)
• Arsenal v Tottenham (Sunday 4.30pm)
• United host Everton (Monday evening kickoff)

Managerial Focus on Eddie Howe

Newcastle could find themselves in the relegation zone if they suffer defeat against Manchester City and results elsewhere are unfavorable.

The statistics aren't great for the Newcastle manager, who has failed to secure victory Pep Guardiola in numerous previous Premier League attempts.

The statistics against Guardiola stands at two draws and sixteen defeats from their historical matchups.

"Our progress and definitely I've seen a massive improvement from us," commented Burnley boss Scott Parker. "We need to work on small details at this present moment in time."

The comeback of Premier League fixtures comes after a dramatic FIFA window that featured unforgettable highlights including Scotland's dramatic qualification for the World Cup.