🔗 Share this article English Top Flight Comes Back with Important Fitness Updates The Premier League kicks off again this weekend following the pause for national teams, with managers providing vital squad updates ahead of the weekend's matches. Anfield Side Deal With Significant Missing Players Reds boss Arne Slot has confirmed that Bradley, Frimpong, and the German midfielder will all miss this round's game against Forest. On a positive note, number one keeper Alisson has fully recovered from his hamstring injury and is available. Slot stated that Gomez was absent from practice yesterday but will likely be fit for selection, though it's unlikely he'll be played for the full 90 minutes. The Clarets Receive Positive Update on Armando Broja Burnley manager the manager has announced that forward the Albanian may have "avoided serious injury" after sustaining an knock while playing for Albania against England. The striker left the fixture on a medical cart, but later assessments have revealed the injury is "very, very, very minor." The Burnley manager added that Broja has participated in sessions since recently and could potentially face his old team the London side on Saturday. St James' Park Side Fitness News St James' Park coach Eddie Howe has given updates on several important individuals ahead of their fixture against the champions. the winger has "worked very hard" to return from his hip injury and is "questionable" for tomorrow's match. Livramento is "nearing fitness" after returning from a serious knee issue and is also in contention for the matchday roster. Nick Pope is "okay" after completing concussion protocols, while Joelinton and Sandro Tonali are both fit to face the visitors. This Round's Top Flight Games Burnley v Chelsea (Saturday 12.30pm UK time) Forest visit Anfield (afternoon) Bournemouth v West Ham (3pm) Palace visit Molineux (standard kickoff) Brentford travel to Brighton (afternoon) Fulham host Sunderland (3pm) Newcastle v Man City (late kickoff) Villa visit Elland Road (Sunday 2pm) Arsenal host Tottenham (Sun evening) United host Everton (Monday 8pm) Managerial Spotlight on Howe The Magpies could end up in the drop zone if they suffer defeat against Manchester City and outcomes in other games go against them. The historical record aren't great for Howe, who has been unable to beat Guardiola in numerous prior Premier League attempts. His record against Pep stands at two draws and 16 losses from their past encounters. "We've developed and certainly I've seen a massive improvement from us," stated Turf Moor boss the gaffer. "We need to work on minor aspects at this present moment in time." The resumption of English football fixtures comes after a dramatic international break that included remarkable highlights including the Scottish team's dramatic achievement for the World Cup.