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The Premier League kicks off again this matchweek following the pause for national teams, with coaches providing important team news ahead of the weekend's matches.

The Reds Encounter Major Unavailable Stars

Anfield coach Arne Slot has announced that the young defender, Frimpong, and the German midfielder will all miss this round's fixture against Forest.

Meanwhile, first-choice goalkeeper Alisson Becker has fully recovered from his recent setback and is ready for selection.

The Liverpool boss admitted that Gomez sat out training yesterday but should be fit for consideration, though it's unlikely he'll be risk for the entire match.

Burnley Receive Encouraging Update on Armando Broja

Turf Moor coach Parker has announced that attacker the Albanian may have "avoided serious injury" after suffering an ankle injury while appearing for the Albanian side against the English team.

The striker left the fixture on a assisted device, but subsequent examinations have shown the problem is "not serious at all."

Parker commented that Broja has been in training since recently and could yet play against his former club the Blues on the weekend.

St James' Park Side Injury Updates

Magpies boss the manager has provided reports on multiple first-team individuals ahead of their match against City.

Gordon has "worked very hard" to recover from his hip problem and is "touch-and-go" for the weekend's fixture.

Tino Livramento is "almost ready" after overcoming a knee problem and is also in contention for selection.

Nick Pope is "alright" after following head injury assessment, while the Brazilian and the Italian are both fit to take on City.

Weekend Premier League Games

• Burnley v Chelsea (Saturday lunchtime GMT)
• Liverpool host Forest (3pm)
• Bournemouth v West Ham (standard kickoff)
• Palace visit Molineux (standard kickoff)
• The Seagulls host Brentford (3pm)
• Fulham v Sunderland (afternoon)
• Newcastle v Man City (evening)
• Leeds host Villa (Sun 2pm)
• Arsenal host Tottenham (Sun evening)
• Man United v Everton (Monday night)

Tactical Attention on Eddie Howe

St James' Park side could potentially be in the relegation zone if they suffer defeat against the champions and outcomes elsewhere don't go their way.

The omens are unfavorable for Howe, who has been unable to beat the City boss in 18 previous Premier League matches.

The statistics against Guardiola stands at two tied games and sixteen unsuccessful attempts from their past encounters.

"We've developed and certainly I've seen a significant progress from us," commented Burnley boss the gaffer. "They're just minor aspects at this current stage."

The resumption of top flight action comes after a dramatic international break that included unforgettable highlights including Scotland's nail-biting qualification for the World Cup.