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

The Reds Encounter Major Unavailable Stars

Liverpool manager Arne Slot has confirmed that Bradley, the Dutch full-back, and Wirtz will all sit out this weekend's match against Forest.

On a positive note, starting goalkeeper Alisson has returned to fitness from his muscle problem and is ready for selection.

The Liverpool boss admitted that Gomez missed sessions on Thursday but should be ready for the squad, though he probably won't be used for the entire match.

Turf Moor Side Receive Encouraging Report on Broja

Turf Moor coach Parker has revealed that forward Broja may have "avoided serious injury" after sustaining an knock while playing for the Albanian side against the English team.

The striker left the game on a stretcher, but later assessments have indicated the problem is "not serious at all."

Parker noted that their striker has trained since recently and could potentially face his old team Chelsea on matchday.

The Magpies Fitness Updates

St James' Park coach Eddie Howe has provided updates on multiple key individuals ahead of their fixture against City.

Gordon has "worked very hard" to get back from his recent issue and is "a doubt" for Saturday's match.

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

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

This Round's English Football Fixtures

• Burnley v Chelsea (Sat lunchtime GMT)
• Forest visit Anfield (afternoon)
• The Cherries host West Ham (afternoon)
• Wolves host Palace (3pm)
• Brentford travel to Brighton (standard kickoff)
• Fulham host Sunderland (3pm)
• City travel to Newcastle (5.30pm)
• Leeds v Aston Villa (Sunday afternoon)
• Spurs visit the Emirates (Sun 4.30pm)
• Everton visit Old Trafford (Mon night)

Coaching Attention on Eddie Howe

The Magpies could find themselves in the bottom three if they suffer defeat against City and other matches around them go against them.

The historical record don't look good for the Newcastle manager, who has been unable to beat the City boss in 18 prior top flight encounters.

His record against the City manager stands at two draws and sixteen unsuccessful attempts from their historical matchups.

"We've improved and definitely I've seen a huge development from us," stated the Clarets boss Scott Parker. "They're just small details at this present moment in time."

The return of Premier League matches comes after a eventful FIFA window that featured unforgettable events including Scotland's nail-biting qualification for the World Cup.