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England's top division resumes this matchweek following the FIFA window, with bosses providing vital squad updates ahead of Saturday's games.

Liverpool Face Substantial Unavailable Stars

Liverpool manager Arne Slot has revealed that Conor Bradley, Frimpong, and Wirtz will all miss this weekend's fixture against the visitors.

On a positive note, first-choice shot-stopper Alisson has regained full health from his hamstring injury and is fit to play.

The Liverpool boss stated that Gomez missed practice yesterday but is expected to be ready for selection, though he may not be used for the complete game.

Turf Moor Side Get Good Update on Their Striker

Turf Moor coach the manager has announced that attacker the Albanian may have "escaped major damage" after suffering an ankle injury while playing for Albania against the Three Lions.

The striker left the game on a assisted device, but subsequent examinations have revealed the problem is "much less severe than feared."

Scott Parker added that Broja has been in training since Wednesday and could still face his old team Chelsea on the weekend.

St James' Park Side Injury News

Magpies boss the manager has provided news on multiple key players ahead of their game against Manchester City.

Gordon has "trained extensively" to recover from his hip injury and is "a doubt" for the weekend's match.

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

the goalkeeper is "fine" after undergoing concussion protocols, while the Brazilian and the Italian are both available to face City.

Upcoming Top Flight Matches

• Turf Moor hosts Chelsea (Sat lunchtime GMT)
• Forest visit Anfield (standard kickoff)
• West Ham travel to Bournemouth (standard kickoff)
• Wolves host Palace (standard kickoff)
• Brentford travel to Brighton (afternoon)
• Sunderland visit Craven Cottage (standard kickoff)
• City travel to Newcastle (late kickoff)
• Leeds host Villa (Sun early kickoff)
• Spurs visit the Emirates (Sunday late kickoff)
• Everton visit Old Trafford (Mon night)

Tactical Focus on Eddie Howe

St James' Park side could potentially be in the relegation zone if they are defeated against Manchester City and results elsewhere are unfavorable.

The statistics aren't great for Howe, who has been unable to beat the City boss in 18 previous Premier League encounters.

His record against Pep stands at two stalemates and sixteen unsuccessful attempts from their previous meetings.

"We've improved and definitely I've seen a massive improvement from us," commented the Clarets coach Parker. "They're just small details at this point in our development."

The resumption of top flight action comes after a dramatic international break that saw unforgettable highlights including Scotland's nail-biting success for the international competition.