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England's top division kicks off again this weekend following the international break, with managers providing crucial team news ahead of Saturday's matches.

The Reds Deal With Major Unavailable Stars

Liverpool manager Arne Slot has announced that the young defender, Frimpong, and the German midfielder will all miss this upcoming game against the visitors.

However, starting goalkeeper Alisson Becker has regained full health from his muscle problem and is ready for selection.

The manager stated that Joe Gomez was absent from sessions recently but should be fit for the squad, though he probably won't be played for the complete game.

Turf Moor Side Receive Encouraging News on Armando Broja

Burnley manager the manager has announced that striker the Albanian may have "avoided serious injury" after picking up an knock while playing for his national team against England.

Broja left the game on a stretcher, but later checks have revealed the injury is "very, very, very minor."

Parker commented that their striker has participated in sessions since midweek and could still face his former club Chelsea on the weekend.

Newcastle Injury Reports

St James' Park coach Eddie Howe has given updates on a number of key individuals ahead of their match against City.

Gordon has "trained extensively" to recover from his hip injury and is "a doubt" for the weekend's match.

the full-back is "very close" after returning from a knee ligament injury and is also in contention for the matchday roster.

the goalkeeper is "alright" after following safety procedures, while Joelinton and the Italian are both available to take on Manchester City.

This Round's English Football Games

• Turf Moor hosts Chelsea (Saturday early kickoff GMT)
• Forest visit Anfield (standard kickoff)
• West Ham travel to Bournemouth (afternoon)
• Wolves v Crystal Palace (3pm)
• Brentford travel to Brighton (standard kickoff)
• Fulham v Sunderland (standard kickoff)
• City travel to Newcastle (late kickoff)
• Leeds v Aston Villa (Sunday 2pm)
• Arsenal v Tottenham (Sunday 4.30pm)
• Man United v Everton (Mon night)

Managerial Spotlight on Eddie Howe

The Magpies could end up in the drop zone if they lose against Manchester City and other matches around them don't go their way.

The statistics don't look good for the Newcastle manager, who has been unable to beat Pep Guardiola in numerous previous top flight encounters.

His record against the City manager stands at two draws and sixteen defeats from their previous meetings.

"Our progress and certainly I've seen a huge development from us," commented Turf Moor boss the gaffer. "It's only minor aspects at this point in our development."

The comeback of English football fixtures comes after a chaotic FIFA window that featured remarkable highlights including the Scottish team's nail-biting achievement for the international competition.