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The English top flight kicks off again this weekend following the FIFA window, with coaches providing crucial team news ahead of Saturday's matches.

Liverpool Encounter Substantial Missing Players

Reds boss Arne Slot has announced that Bradley, the Dutch full-back, and the German midfielder will all sit out this weekend's match against Nottingham Forest.

On a positive note, first-choice goalkeeper Alisson has regained full health from his recent setback and is ready for selection.

The manager stated that Joe Gomez sat out practice recently but will likely be available for the squad, though he probably won't be used for the complete game.

Burnley Have Positive Update on Broja

Turf Moor coach Parker has announced that forward Armando Broja may have "avoided serious injury" after suffering an problem while appearing for Albania against England.

The striker left the fixture on a medical cart, but follow-up examinations have shown the injury is "not serious at all."

Scott Parker added that Broja has been in training since midweek and could yet face his old team the London side on the weekend.

St James' Park Side Injury News

Newcastle manager the manager has provided news on multiple key squad members ahead of their match against City.

Anthony Gordon has "trained extensively" to get back from his recent issue and is "questionable" for tomorrow's encounter.

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

the goalkeeper is "alright" after undergoing head injury assessment, while Joelinton and Tonali are both ready to face the visitors.

Upcoming Top Flight Games

• Turf Moor hosts Chelsea (Sat early kickoff UK time)
• Forest visit Anfield (afternoon)
• The Cherries host West Ham (afternoon)
• Wolves host Palace (standard kickoff)
• The Seagulls host Brentford (standard kickoff)
• Fulham v Sunderland (3pm)
• Newcastle v Man City (5.30pm)
• Leeds v Aston Villa (Sunday early kickoff)
• Spurs visit the Emirates (Sun late kickoff)
• Everton visit Old Trafford (Monday 8pm)

Tactical Spotlight on Howe

The Magpies could find themselves in the drop zone if they suffer defeat against the champions and other matches in other games are unfavorable.

The omens don't look good for the Newcastle manager, who has never won Guardiola in 18 prior top flight matches.

Howe's history against Guardiola stands at two tied games and 16 losses from their previous meetings.

"We've developed and definitely I've seen a significant progress from us," stated Turf Moor boss Scott Parker. "We need to work on little tiny bits at this point in our development."

The return of Premier League matches comes after a chaotic national team period that included remarkable moments including Scotland's nail-biting achievement for the global tournament.