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England's top division returns this weekend following the international break, with bosses providing vital squad updates ahead of Saturday's matches.

The Reds Deal With Substantial Unavailable Stars

Reds boss Arne Slot has announced that the young defender, the Dutch full-back, and Florian Wirtz will all be unavailable for this weekend's game against the visitors.

However, first-choice shot-stopper Alisson Becker has returned to fitness from his hamstring injury and is fit to play.

Slot admitted that Gomez sat out sessions on Thursday but should be ready for selection, though he may not be used for the full 90 minutes.

Turf Moor Side Have Encouraging Report on Their Striker

Burnley manager the manager has stated that attacker the Albanian may have "avoided serious injury" after sustaining an problem while featuring for Albania against the Three Lions.

Broja left the game on a medical cart, but follow-up assessments have indicated the problem is "much less severe than feared."

Scott Parker added that the forward has been in training since recently and could yet play against his previous employers the Blues on matchday.

The Magpies Fitness Reports

Newcastle manager Eddie Howe has offered reports on a number of key squad members ahead of their match against the champions.

Anthony Gordon has "trained extensively" to get back from his hip problem and is "touch-and-go" for Saturday's fixture.

Livramento is "nearing fitness" after recovering from a knee ligament injury and is also in contention for selection.

the goalkeeper is "alright" after following concussion protocols, while Joelinton and the Italian are both available to play against City.

This Round's English Football Matches

• Turf Moor hosts Chelsea (Saturday early kickoff UK time)
• Liverpool host Forest (3pm)
• Bournemouth v West Ham (afternoon)
• Palace visit Molineux (3pm)
• Brighton v Brentford (3pm)
• Fulham host Sunderland (standard kickoff)
• City travel to Newcastle (evening)
• Villa visit Elland Road (Sun early kickoff)
• Spurs visit the Emirates (Sunday evening)
• United host Everton (Mon night)

Coaching Spotlight on Howe

St James' Park side could end up in the bottom three if they suffer defeat against the champions and other matches in other games don't go their way.

The statistics are unfavorable for the Newcastle manager, who has never won Pep Guardiola in 18 previous Premier League encounters.

The statistics against Guardiola stands at two tied games and 16 losses from their historical matchups.

"We've developed and definitely I've seen a massive improvement from us," said Turf Moor manager Scott Parker. "We need to work on small details at this point in our development."

The comeback of English football fixtures comes after a chaotic international break that saw memorable highlights including the Scottish team's nail-biting achievement for the World Cup.