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England's top division kicks off again this matchweek following the pause for national teams, with bosses providing important squad updates ahead of Saturday's games.

Anfield Side Face Major Missing Players

Reds boss Arne Slot has revealed that the young defender, Jeremie Frimpong, and Wirtz will all miss this weekend's match against Forest.

However, first-choice keeper the Brazilian has returned to fitness from his recent setback and is ready for selection.

Slot revealed that Gomez was absent from sessions on Thursday but will likely be ready for consideration, though he may not be risk for the entire match.

The Clarets Have Encouraging Update on Broja

Burnley manager Parker has stated that striker Armando Broja may have "escaped major damage" after picking up an knock while playing for Albania against the English team.

The striker left the match on a medical cart, but subsequent checks have indicated the problem is "much less severe than feared."

Parker added that their striker has been in training since recently and could yet play against his previous employers the London side on Saturday.

St James' Park Side Injury Reports

Newcastle manager Howe has offered updates on a number of key individuals ahead of their game against City.

the winger has "put in significant effort" to return from his hip injury and is "touch-and-go" for the weekend's fixture.

Tino Livramento is "nearing fitness" after recovering from a serious knee issue and is also in the running for selection.

Nick Pope is "fine" after completing concussion protocols, while Joelinton and Tonali are both ready to face the visitors.

Weekend Top Flight Games

• Chelsea travel to Burnley (Saturday lunchtime BST)
• Forest visit Anfield (afternoon)
• The Cherries host West Ham (3pm)
• Palace visit Molineux (afternoon)
• The Seagulls host Brentford (afternoon)
• Sunderland visit Craven Cottage (afternoon)
• City travel to Newcastle (late kickoff)
• Leeds host Villa (Sun early kickoff)
• Arsenal v Tottenham (Sun 4.30pm)
• Everton visit Old Trafford (Monday night)

Tactical Focus on Eddie Howe

The Magpies could potentially be in the drop zone if they are defeated against the champions and results in other games go against them.

The omens aren't great for Howe, who has been unable to beat the City boss in eighteen previous Premier League encounters.

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

"We've developed and definitely I've seen a significant progress from us," stated the Clarets manager the gaffer. "We need to work on little tiny bits at this point in our development."

The return of top flight fixtures comes after a dramatic national team period that featured unforgettable moments including Scotland's dramatic qualification for the global tournament.