🔗 Share this article Premier League Returns with Important Fitness Updates The English top flight resumes this round of fixtures following the FIFA window, with coaches providing crucial team news ahead of Saturday's fixtures. The Reds Face Substantial Absences Liverpool manager Arne Slot has revealed that Conor Bradley, Frimpong, and Florian Wirtz will all be unavailable for this round's fixture against Forest. On a positive note, first-choice goalkeeper the Brazilian has regained full health from his muscle problem and is available. The manager revealed that Gomez sat out sessions on Thursday but will likely be fit for selection, though he probably won't be used for the entire match. Turf Moor Side Receive Encouraging Update on Armando Broja Turf Moor coach Parker has stated that forward Armando Broja may have "escaped major damage" after suffering an problem while appearing for his national team against England. The striker left the game on a medical cart, but later checks have revealed the issue is "not serious at all." The Burnley manager added that Broja has trained since Wednesday and could potentially feature versus his old team Chelsea on matchday. St James' Park Side Fitness Reports Newcastle manager Howe has provided updates on a number of key squad members ahead of their fixture against City. Gordon has "worked very hard" to get back from his recent issue and is "touch-and-go" for the weekend's match. Livramento is "nearing fitness" after overcoming a knee ligament injury and is also in the running for selection. Nick Pope is "okay" after completing concussion protocols, while the Brazilian and the Italian are both fit to play against Manchester City. This Round's Premier League Matches Chelsea travel to Burnley (Sat lunchtime GMT) Liverpool v Nottingham Forest (3pm) Bournemouth v West Ham (afternoon) Wolves v Crystal Palace (3pm) Brighton v Brentford (3pm) Sunderland visit Craven Cottage (afternoon) The Magpies host City (5.30pm) Villa visit Elland Road (Sun afternoon) Arsenal host Tottenham (Sun evening) Man United v Everton (Mon 8pm) Managerial Spotlight on Howe The Magpies could end up in the drop zone if they lose against the champions and results around them are unfavorable. The statistics aren't great for Eddie Howe, who has been unable to beat Guardiola in 18 prior English football encounters. His record against Pep stands at two draws and sixteen defeats from their past encounters. "We've developed and certainly I've seen a massive improvement from us," commented the Clarets boss Parker. "We need to work on minor aspects at this point in our development." The return of top flight matches comes after a chaotic international break that saw memorable moments including the Scottish team's dramatic success for the World Cup.