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The English top flight kicks off again this matchweek following the international break, with coaches providing vital team news ahead of Saturday's matches.

Liverpool Deal With Substantial Missing Players

Liverpool manager Arne Slot has announced that Conor Bradley, Jeremie Frimpong, and the German midfielder will all miss this weekend's game against the visitors.

However, starting shot-stopper Alisson has returned to fitness from his hamstring injury and is available.

Slot stated that the versatile defender missed training yesterday but should be ready for the squad, though he probably won't be risk for the entire match.

Burnley Get Encouraging Update on Broja

Turf Moor coach Parker has announced that forward the Albanian may have "escaped major damage" after picking up an ankle injury while playing for Albania against the Three Lions.

The striker left the match on a assisted device, but subsequent checks have indicated the problem is "very, very, very minor."

Scott Parker added that their striker has participated in sessions since midweek and could yet face his old team the Blues on matchday.

The Magpies Fitness News

Newcastle manager Howe has provided updates on multiple first-team players ahead of their game against City.

the winger has "put in significant effort" to recover from his hip injury and is "a doubt" for the weekend's match.

Livramento is "nearing fitness" after recovering from a knee problem and is also in consideration for the matchday roster.

Pope is "okay" after undergoing safety procedures, while Joelinton and Sandro Tonali are both available to take on the visitors.

This Round's Premier League Matches

• Chelsea travel to Burnley (Sat 12.30pm BST)
• Liverpool v Nottingham Forest (standard kickoff)
• Bournemouth v West Ham (3pm)
• Wolves host Palace (afternoon)
• Brighton v Brentford (afternoon)
• Fulham v Sunderland (standard kickoff)
• The Magpies host City (late kickoff)
• Leeds v Aston Villa (Sun 2pm)
• Spurs visit the Emirates (Sunday evening)
• Man United v Everton (Mon evening kickoff)

Tactical Attention on Eddie Howe

St James' Park side could end up in the drop zone if they lose against City and other matches elsewhere don't go their way.

The historical record aren't great for Howe, who has never won Guardiola in eighteen past English football encounters.

His record against Pep stands at two stalemates and 16 losses from their previous meetings.

"We've developed and without doubt I've seen a massive improvement from us," said the Clarets boss Scott Parker. "It's only minor aspects at this current stage."

The resumption of Premier League matches comes after a chaotic FIFA window that saw remarkable events including Scotland's thrilling achievement for the World Cup.