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England's top division resumes this matchweek following the FIFA window, with bosses providing vital team news ahead of matchday twelve's matches.

The Reds Deal With Major Missing Players

Anfield coach Arne Slot has revealed that Conor Bradley, the Dutch full-back, and the German midfielder will all sit out this round's match against Forest.

Meanwhile, number one shot-stopper Alisson Becker has returned to fitness from his recent setback and is fit to play.

Slot stated that Gomez sat out training recently but will likely be fit for selection, though he probably won't be risk for the entire match.

Turf Moor Side Receive Good Report on Armando Broja

Turf Moor coach Parker has stated that striker Armando Broja may have "escaped major damage" after picking up an ankle injury while playing for Albania against the Three Lions.

Broja left the game on a assisted device, but follow-up assessments have indicated the injury is "much less severe than feared."

Scott Parker added that the forward has participated in sessions since midweek and could yet face his former club the London side on matchday.

St James' Park Side Fitness Reports

Magpies boss Eddie Howe has provided reports on a number of important squad members ahead of their game against the champions.

the winger has "trained extensively" to get back from his hip problem and is "questionable" for Saturday's match.

the full-back is "nearing fitness" after returning from a knee ligament injury and is also in the running for the matchday roster.

Nick Pope is "okay" after completing head injury assessment, while the Brazilian and the Italian are both ready to play against City.

Weekend Top Flight Fixtures

• Burnley v Chelsea (Sat lunchtime BST)
• Liverpool v Nottingham Forest (standard kickoff)
• West Ham travel to Bournemouth (3pm)
• Wolves host Palace (3pm)
• The Seagulls host Brentford (3pm)
• Fulham host Sunderland (afternoon)
• Newcastle v Man City (5.30pm)
• Leeds host Villa (Sun early kickoff)
• Arsenal host Tottenham (Sunday 4.30pm)
• Man United v Everton (Mon evening kickoff)

Coaching Focus on Howe

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

The omens aren't great for Eddie Howe, who has been unable to beat Guardiola in numerous past top flight attempts.

The statistics against Pep stands at two draws and 16 losses from their historical matchups.

"Our progress and definitely I've seen a significant progress from us," said the Clarets coach the gaffer. "It's only minor aspects at this point in our development."

The resumption of English football matches comes after a chaotic international break that featured remarkable events including Scotland's nail-biting qualification for the global tournament.