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The English top flight kicks off again this weekend following the FIFA window, with managers providing crucial squad updates ahead of the weekend's matches.

The Reds Face Significant Absences

Liverpool manager Arne Slot has revealed that Bradley, Frimpong, and the German midfielder will all miss this weekend's game against Nottingham Forest.

However, first-choice keeper Alisson Becker has regained full health from his hamstring injury and is fit to play.

The Liverpool boss stated that Gomez sat out training recently but will likely be fit for the squad, though he probably won't be played for the complete game.

Turf Moor Side Get Positive Update on Their Striker

Burnley manager the manager has announced that striker the Albanian may have "escaped major damage" after sustaining an problem while appearing for Albania against the Three Lions.

Broja left the fixture on a medical cart, but follow-up examinations have indicated the problem is "not serious at all."

Scott Parker noted that their striker has participated in sessions since midweek and could potentially feature versus his previous employers the Blues on matchday.

St James' Park Side Fitness Reports

Newcastle manager Eddie Howe has provided updates on several key players ahead of their fixture against City.

Gordon has "trained extensively" to recover from his hip problem and is "touch-and-go" for the weekend's match.

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

Pope is "alright" after undergoing head injury assessment, while Joelinton and Sandro Tonali are both available to face City.

Weekend Premier League Games

• Burnley v Chelsea (Saturday 12.30pm GMT)
• Liverpool host Forest (3pm)
• The Cherries host West Ham (standard kickoff)
• Wolves host Palace (3pm)
• The Seagulls host Brentford (3pm)
• Fulham v Sunderland (3pm)
• City travel to Newcastle (late kickoff)
• Leeds v Aston Villa (Sunday 2pm)
• Arsenal v Tottenham (Sun late kickoff)
• United host Everton (Monday 8pm)

Managerial Spotlight on Eddie Howe

Newcastle could find themselves in the drop zone if they suffer defeat against City and other matches around them are unfavorable.

The statistics are unfavorable for Howe, who has been unable to beat the City boss in 18 past Premier League attempts.

His record against Guardiola stands at two stalemates and 16 losses from their previous meetings.

"We've improved and definitely I've seen a massive improvement from us," said the Clarets manager Scott Parker. "It's only minor aspects at this current stage."

The resumption of top flight matches comes after a dramatic national team period that featured memorable events including the Scottish team's dramatic success for the international competition.