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The Premier League returns this weekend following the international break, with coaches providing important fitness reports ahead of the weekend's matches.

Anfield Side Deal With Substantial Missing Players

Anfield coach Arne Slot has announced that Conor Bradley, Frimpong, and Wirtz will all be unavailable for this weekend's game against the visitors.

On a positive note, number one shot-stopper Alisson has returned to fitness from his muscle problem and is fit to play.

The manager revealed that Joe Gomez was absent from training recently but is expected to be ready for the squad, though he probably won't be used for the full 90 minutes.

Burnley Have Good Report on Their Striker

Turf Moor coach the manager has announced that attacker Armando Broja may have "avoided serious injury" after sustaining an problem while playing for the Albanian side against the English team.

Broja left the fixture on a medical cart, but later checks have shown the problem is "not serious at all."

Scott Parker commented that the forward has participated in sessions since midweek and could yet feature versus his former club Chelsea on Saturday.

St James' Park Side Injury Reports

Magpies boss Eddie Howe has offered news on multiple first-team squad members ahead of their match against the champions.

the winger has "trained extensively" to return from his recent issue and is "a doubt" for tomorrow's fixture.

the full-back is "almost ready" after recovering from a knee ligament injury and is also in the running for selection.

the goalkeeper is "okay" after undergoing safety procedures, while Joelinton and Tonali are both ready to face Manchester City.

Weekend Top Flight Games

• Turf Moor hosts Chelsea (Saturday lunchtime BST)
• Forest visit Anfield (afternoon)
• The Cherries host West Ham (3pm)
• Palace visit Molineux (3pm)
• Brighton v Brentford (afternoon)
• Fulham host Sunderland (3pm)
• Newcastle v Man City (evening)
• Leeds host Villa (Sunday early kickoff)
• Arsenal v Tottenham (Sun late kickoff)
• Everton visit Old Trafford (Monday 8pm)

Managerial Attention on Howe

St James' Park side could find themselves in the relegation zone if they are defeated against Manchester City and other matches around them go against them.

The omens aren't great for Eddie Howe, who has failed to secure victory the City boss in 18 prior English football matches.

Howe's history against Guardiola stands at two tied games and sixteen unsuccessful attempts from their historical matchups.

"Our progress and certainly I've seen a massive improvement from us," stated Turf Moor boss Parker. "It's only small details at this current stage."

The comeback of top flight fixtures comes after a chaotic national team period that saw unforgettable moments including Scotland's nail-biting achievement for the international competition.