Premier League Resumes with Key Injury Updates

The English top flight resumes this matchweek following the international break, with bosses providing crucial team news ahead of Saturday's matches.

The Reds Encounter Substantial Absences

Reds boss Arne Slot has confirmed that the young defender, Jeremie Frimpong, and Florian Wirtz will all sit out this round's fixture against the visitors.

Meanwhile, first-choice keeper Alisson Becker has regained full health from his muscle problem and is available.

The manager revealed that Gomez missed practice yesterday but is expected to be available for selection, though he probably won't be played for the full 90 minutes.

The Clarets Receive Good Report on Their Striker

Clarets boss Parker has stated that attacker the Albanian may have "avoided serious injury" after sustaining an ankle injury while playing for his national team against the English team.

The 24-year-old left the fixture on a medical cart, but follow-up examinations have shown the injury is "much less severe than feared."

Scott Parker commented that the forward has been in training since recently and could still play against his previous employers the London side on matchday.

The Magpies Injury Reports

Magpies boss Howe has offered reports on a number of first-team players ahead of their game against City.

the winger has "put in significant effort" to get back from his hip problem and is "a doubt" for Saturday's match.

Livramento is "almost ready" after returning from a knee problem and is also in the running for selection.

the goalkeeper is "alright" after undergoing safety procedures, while Joelinton and Tonali are both fit to play against the visitors.

Weekend Premier League Matches

• Burnley v Chelsea (Saturday 12.30pm BST)
• Forest visit Anfield (standard kickoff)
• Bournemouth v West Ham (afternoon)
• Wolves v Crystal Palace (3pm)
• Brentford travel to Brighton (afternoon)
• Sunderland visit Craven Cottage (3pm)
• City travel to Newcastle (late kickoff)
• Leeds host Villa (Sun early kickoff)
• Arsenal v Tottenham (Sunday 4.30pm)
• United host Everton (Monday 8pm)

Tactical Spotlight on Eddie Howe

St James' Park side could find themselves in the bottom three if they lose against Manchester City and results in other games go against them.

The historical record don't look good for the Newcastle manager, who has never won Guardiola in 18 prior top flight attempts.

Howe's history against the City manager stands at two draws and sixteen defeats from their historical matchups.

"We've improved and certainly I've seen a huge development from us," said Burnley coach Parker. "It's only little tiny bits at this present moment in time."

The return of top flight action comes after a eventful national team period that saw memorable moments including Scotland's dramatic success for the global tournament.