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England's top division returns this matchweek following the FIFA window, with coaches providing crucial team news ahead of Saturday's fixtures.

Liverpool Deal With Major Unavailable Stars

Reds boss Arne Slot has announced that the young defender, Jeremie Frimpong, and the German midfielder will all be unavailable for this weekend's match against Nottingham Forest.

However, number one shot-stopper the Brazilian has regained full health from his muscle problem and is available.

Slot admitted that Joe Gomez missed sessions on Thursday but will likely be ready for consideration, though he may not be risk for the complete game.

The Clarets Have Positive Report on Armando Broja

Burnley manager the manager has revealed that forward the Albanian may have "escaped major damage" after sustaining an knock while featuring for the Albanian side against the English team.

The 24-year-old left the match on a assisted device, but subsequent examinations have shown the issue is "not serious at all."

Parker added that their striker has trained since midweek and could still play against his former club the Blues on the weekend.

The Magpies Fitness News

Newcastle manager Eddie Howe has provided updates on a number of first-team squad members ahead of their game against the champions.

Gordon has "worked very hard" to recover from his recent issue and is "touch-and-go" for the weekend's encounter.

the full-back is "almost ready" after overcoming a knee ligament injury and is also in the running for the matchday roster.

Pope is "fine" after completing head injury assessment, while Joelinton and Sandro Tonali are both available to face the visitors.

This Round's Premier League Fixtures

• Burnley v Chelsea (Sat lunchtime BST)
• Liverpool v Nottingham Forest (standard kickoff)
• The Cherries host West Ham (standard kickoff)
• Palace visit Molineux (afternoon)
• Brighton v Brentford (afternoon)
• Sunderland visit Craven Cottage (standard kickoff)
• The Magpies host City (late kickoff)
• Leeds v Aston Villa (Sunday afternoon)
• Spurs visit the Emirates (Sun 4.30pm)
• Everton visit Old Trafford (Mon 8pm)

Coaching Focus on Howe

St James' Park side could end up in the relegation zone if they lose against Manchester City and outcomes around them are unfavorable.

The historical record don't look good for the Newcastle manager, who has failed to secure victory Pep Guardiola in eighteen past English football matches.

The statistics against Guardiola stands at two stalemates and sixteen unsuccessful attempts from their previous meetings.

"Our progress and without doubt I've seen a massive improvement from us," commented Burnley boss the gaffer. "We need to work on little tiny bits at this current stage."

The return of Premier League fixtures comes after a chaotic international break that featured remarkable events including Scotland's thrilling success for the global tournament.