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The Premier League kicks off again this matchweek following the international break, with bosses providing important team news ahead of the weekend's matches.

Anfield Side Deal With Major Unavailable Stars

Reds boss Arne Slot has confirmed that the young defender, the Dutch full-back, and the German midfielder will all be unavailable for this weekend's match against the visitors.

However, first-choice keeper Alisson has regained full health from his muscle problem and is ready for selection.

The Liverpool boss stated that the versatile defender sat out sessions yesterday but should be fit for selection, though it's unlikely he'll be played for the full 90 minutes.

Burnley Get Positive Update on Armando Broja

Burnley manager Scott Parker has revealed that striker the Albanian may have "avoided serious injury" after suffering an knock while appearing for his national team against the English team.

The striker left the fixture on a medical cart, but follow-up checks have indicated the problem is "not serious at all."

Scott Parker added that Broja has been in training since midweek and could potentially play against his old team Chelsea on the weekend.

St James' Park Side Injury News

St James' Park coach Eddie Howe has offered news on several first-team individuals ahead of their fixture against Manchester City.

Anthony Gordon has "worked very hard" to get back from his hip injury and is "a doubt" for Saturday's fixture.

Tino Livramento is "nearing fitness" after overcoming a knee ligament injury and is also in contention for the matchday roster.

Nick Pope is "alright" after following head injury assessment, while Joelinton and the Italian are both ready to play against Manchester City.

Upcoming English Football Games

• Turf Moor hosts Chelsea (Saturday 12.30pm BST)
• Liverpool v Nottingham Forest (standard kickoff)
• The Cherries host West Ham (standard kickoff)
• Wolves host Palace (3pm)
• The Seagulls host Brentford (afternoon)
• Fulham v Sunderland (afternoon)
• Newcastle v Man City (5.30pm)
• Villa visit Elland Road (Sun afternoon)
• Spurs visit the Emirates (Sun late kickoff)
• United host Everton (Monday night)

Tactical Attention on Eddie Howe

St James' Park side could end up in the bottom three if they are defeated against the champions and results elsewhere don't go their way.

The statistics don't look good for the Newcastle manager, who has never won Pep Guardiola in 18 previous top flight attempts.

His record against the City manager stands at two draws and sixteen defeats from their historical matchups.

"We've improved and definitely I've seen a huge development from us," said the Clarets manager Scott Parker. "It's only small details at this current stage."

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