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England's top division kicks off again this round of fixtures following the international break, with managers providing vital fitness reports ahead of the weekend's games.

The Reds Deal With Substantial Absences

Liverpool manager Arne Slot has revealed that Conor Bradley, Jeremie Frimpong, and Wirtz will all miss this upcoming fixture against Nottingham Forest.

On a positive note, first-choice goalkeeper the Brazilian has fully recovered from his muscle problem and is ready for selection.

The manager admitted that the versatile defender sat out sessions recently but is expected to be available for the squad, though he may not be risk for the full 90 minutes.

The Clarets Have Encouraging Report on Their Striker

Clarets boss Parker has stated that striker the Albanian may have "dodged a bullet" after suffering an knock while appearing for Albania against England.

The 24-year-old left the match on a medical cart, but follow-up checks have indicated the issue is "much less severe than feared."

Parker commented that their striker has been in training since recently and could still face his old team the Blues on Saturday.

St James' Park Side Fitness Reports

St James' Park coach Howe has given updates on several important individuals ahead of their match against City.

Anthony Gordon has "worked very hard" to get back from his hip problem and is "questionable" for Saturday's fixture.

the full-back is "almost ready" after recovering from a knee ligament injury and is also in consideration for selection.

Nick Pope is "fine" after following concussion protocols, while the Brazilian and Sandro Tonali are both fit to face Manchester City.

Upcoming Premier League Matches

• Turf Moor hosts Chelsea (Saturday early kickoff UK time)
• Liverpool host Forest (3pm)
• Bournemouth v West Ham (3pm)
• Wolves host Palace (afternoon)
• Brighton v Brentford (afternoon)
• Fulham v Sunderland (afternoon)
• City travel to Newcastle (late kickoff)
• Leeds v Aston Villa (Sunday afternoon)
• Arsenal host Tottenham (Sunday evening)
• Man United v Everton (Monday 8pm)

Coaching Focus on Howe

Newcastle could potentially be in the bottom three if they suffer defeat against City and results in other games go against them.

The historical record don't look good for Howe, who has never won Pep Guardiola in numerous previous English football matches.

His record against the City manager stands at two stalemates and 16 losses from their past encounters.

"Our progress and definitely I've seen a significant progress from us," commented Burnley coach the gaffer. "We need to work on small details at this present moment in time."

The resumption of top flight fixtures comes after a dramatic international break that included remarkable highlights including Scotland's thrilling success for the World Cup.