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The English top flight kicks off again this weekend following the international break, with bosses providing important squad updates ahead of matchday twelve's matches.

The Reds Face Substantial Unavailable Stars

Liverpool manager Arne Slot has revealed that the young defender, the Dutch full-back, and Wirtz will all be unavailable for this weekend's fixture against Forest.

However, starting keeper Alisson Becker has returned to fitness from his hamstring injury and is fit to play.

The Liverpool boss revealed that Gomez was absent from sessions recently but should be fit for consideration, though he may not be risk for the complete game.

Turf Moor Side Have Positive Update on Armando Broja

Turf Moor coach Scott Parker has announced that attacker Broja may have "avoided serious injury" after picking up an problem while playing for Albania against the English team.

Broja left the game on a stretcher, but subsequent examinations have revealed the issue is "very, very, very minor."

The Burnley manager commented that Broja has been in training since midweek and could yet face his previous employers the Blues on matchday.

Newcastle Fitness News

Magpies boss Howe has offered reports on a number of important individuals ahead of their match against City.

Gordon has "worked very hard" to get back from his hip injury and is "a doubt" for the weekend's encounter.

Tino Livramento is "almost ready" after returning from a knee problem and is also in consideration for selection.

the goalkeeper is "fine" after completing safety procedures, while Joelinton and Tonali are both ready to face City.

This Round's English Football Fixtures

• Burnley v Chelsea (Saturday 12.30pm GMT)
• Liverpool v Nottingham Forest (afternoon)
• West Ham travel to Bournemouth (afternoon)
• Palace visit Molineux (3pm)
• The Seagulls host Brentford (standard kickoff)
• Fulham host Sunderland (standard kickoff)
• The Magpies host City (late kickoff)
• Leeds host Villa (Sunday afternoon)
• Arsenal host Tottenham (Sunday late kickoff)
• Man United v Everton (Mon 8pm)

Tactical Spotlight on Eddie Howe

Newcastle could find themselves in the drop zone if they suffer defeat against City and results around them go against them.

The omens don't look good for Howe, who has failed to secure victory Guardiola in 18 previous Premier League encounters.

His record against Pep stands at two draws and 16 losses from their historical matchups.

"We've developed and certainly I've seen a significant progress from us," stated Burnley coach Parker. "It's only little tiny bits at this current stage."

The comeback of top flight action comes after a chaotic international break that saw remarkable moments including Scotland's dramatic qualification for the global tournament.