English Top Flight Returns with Key Fitness Reports
The English top flight kicks off again this matchweek following the international break, with managers providing important team news ahead of the weekend's matches.
The Reds Deal With Significant Unavailable Stars
Liverpool manager Arne Slot has revealed that the young defender, Frimpong, and Wirtz will all be unavailable for this weekend's fixture against Forest.
Meanwhile, first-choice shot-stopper Alisson has regained full health from his muscle problem and is fit to play.
The Liverpool boss stated that Gomez missed sessions on Thursday but should be fit for the squad, though he probably won't be used for the complete game.
The Clarets Get Encouraging Update on Broja
Clarets boss the manager has revealed that forward Armando Broja may have "escaped major damage" after sustaining an ankle injury while featuring for the Albanian side against England.
The 24-year-old left the fixture on a medical cart, but subsequent checks have shown the issue is "not serious at all."
The Burnley manager noted that the forward has been in training since Wednesday and could still face his previous employers Chelsea on matchday.
Newcastle Injury News
St James' Park coach Howe has provided reports on several important individuals ahead of their match against Manchester City.
Anthony Gordon has "put in significant effort" to recover from his recent issue and is "a doubt" for the weekend's encounter.
the full-back is "almost ready" after returning from a knee ligament injury and is also in contention for the squad.
Pope is "alright" after undergoing concussion protocols, while the Brazilian and Sandro Tonali are both fit to face the visitors.
Weekend Top Flight Matches
- Chelsea travel to Burnley (Sat early kickoff UK time)
- Liverpool host Forest (afternoon)
- The Cherries host West Ham (3pm)
- Palace visit Molineux (standard kickoff)
- The Seagulls host Brentford (standard kickoff)
- Fulham host Sunderland (standard kickoff)
- The Magpies host City (late kickoff)
- Leeds v Aston Villa (Sun afternoon)
- Arsenal host Tottenham (Sunday 4.30pm)
- United host Everton (Monday night)
Coaching Spotlight on Howe
Newcastle could potentially be in the drop zone if they are defeated against the champions and results in other games go against them.
The historical record are unfavorable for Howe, who has never won Pep Guardiola in numerous previous English football attempts.
His record against Guardiola stands at two stalemates and sixteen defeats from their previous meetings.
"Our progress and certainly I've seen a massive improvement from us," said the Clarets coach Parker. "We need to work on little tiny bits at this point in our development."
The comeback of Premier League matches comes after a dramatic international break that saw memorable highlights including Scotland's thrilling qualification for the global tournament.
