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The English top flight resumes this matchweek following the pause for national teams, with managers providing vital team news ahead of the weekend's matches.

Anfield Side Encounter Significant Missing Players

Anfield coach Arne Slot has announced that the young defender, the Dutch full-back, and Wirtz will all miss this weekend's fixture against the visitors.

On a positive note, starting goalkeeper Alisson has regained full health from his muscle problem and is ready for selection.

The Liverpool boss stated that Joe Gomez missed sessions recently but should be ready for consideration, though it's unlikely he'll be used for the complete game.

Burnley Receive Good Report on Broja

Clarets boss the manager has announced that forward Broja may have "avoided serious injury" after suffering an knock while playing for the Albanian side against England.

Broja left the game on a medical cart, but later assessments have revealed the injury is "not serious at all."

Scott Parker noted that Broja has trained since midweek and could still face his former club the London side on Saturday.

Newcastle Fitness Reports

St James' Park coach Eddie Howe has offered reports on multiple key individuals ahead of their match against the champions.

Gordon has "trained extensively" to return from his hip problem and is "a doubt" for tomorrow's encounter.

the full-back is "almost ready" after returning from a knee problem and is also in consideration for the matchday roster.

the goalkeeper is "fine" after undergoing head injury assessment, while Joelinton and Sandro Tonali are both ready to face Manchester City.

Weekend Top Flight Matches

• Turf Moor hosts Chelsea (Sat early kickoff BST)
• Forest visit Anfield (3pm)
• The Cherries host West Ham (3pm)
• Wolves v Crystal Palace (3pm)
• Brighton v Brentford (afternoon)
• Fulham host Sunderland (standard kickoff)
• Newcastle v Man City (late kickoff)
• Villa visit Elland Road (Sunday 2pm)
• Arsenal v Tottenham (Sunday evening)
• United host Everton (Mon 8pm)

Coaching Spotlight on Howe

The Magpies could find themselves in the drop zone if they suffer defeat against City and results in other games don't go their way.

The statistics don't look good for Howe, who has never won the City boss in eighteen previous English football encounters.

The statistics against Guardiola stands at two draws and sixteen unsuccessful attempts from their past encounters.

"Our progress and definitely I've seen a significant progress from us," stated Burnley coach Scott Parker. "They're just small details at this current stage."

The return of top flight fixtures comes after a chaotic national team period that saw remarkable highlights including the Scottish team's nail-biting qualification for the international competition.