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The Premier League kicks off again this weekend following the FIFA window, with managers providing important fitness reports ahead of matchday twelve's games.

Anfield Side Face Substantial Missing Players

Anfield coach Arne Slot has revealed that Conor Bradley, Jeremie Frimpong, and Wirtz will all miss this round's game against the visitors.

On a positive note, starting keeper Alisson Becker has fully recovered from his hamstring injury and is ready for selection.

The manager admitted that the versatile defender missed practice on Thursday but should be available for selection, though he may not be risk for the full 90 minutes.

The Clarets Get Good News on Broja

Turf Moor coach Scott Parker has revealed that striker Armando Broja may have "avoided serious injury" after picking up an knock while appearing for Albania against the Three Lions.

The 24-year-old left the game on a medical cart, but subsequent checks have revealed the problem is "not serious at all."

The Burnley manager added that the forward has participated in sessions since Wednesday and could yet face his previous employers the London side on matchday.

St James' Park Side Fitness Reports

St James' Park coach Howe has offered reports on multiple key individuals ahead of their game against City.

Gordon has "put in significant effort" to recover from his hip problem and is "a doubt" for the weekend's fixture.

the full-back is "very close" after returning from a knee problem and is also in the running for the matchday roster.

Pope is "fine" after following concussion protocols, while Joelinton and Sandro Tonali are both ready to face the visitors.

This Round's Top Flight Games

• Chelsea travel to Burnley (Sat lunchtime UK time)
• Forest visit Anfield (3pm)
• Bournemouth v West Ham (standard kickoff)
• Palace visit Molineux (standard kickoff)
• Brighton v Brentford (afternoon)
• Fulham v Sunderland (afternoon)
• City travel to Newcastle (late kickoff)
• Leeds host Villa (Sun afternoon)
• Spurs visit the Emirates (Sun late kickoff)
• United host Everton (Mon 8pm)

Coaching Attention on Howe

Newcastle could end up in the relegation zone if they lose against Manchester City and outcomes elsewhere are unfavorable.

The statistics aren't great for Eddie Howe, who has been unable to beat the City boss in 18 prior top flight attempts.

His record against Pep stands at two stalemates and sixteen unsuccessful attempts from their previous meetings.

"Our progress and certainly I've seen a huge development from us," stated Burnley manager the gaffer. "It's only minor aspects at this current stage."

The comeback of Premier League action comes after a chaotic FIFA window that featured remarkable events including the Scottish team's dramatic qualification for the international competition.