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The Premier League resumes this weekend following the FIFA window, with managers providing crucial team news ahead of the weekend's fixtures.

Liverpool Face Substantial Unavailable Stars

Liverpool manager Arne Slot has confirmed that Conor Bradley, the Dutch full-back, and the German midfielder will all miss this round's match against the visitors.

However, first-choice goalkeeper the Brazilian has fully recovered from his hamstring injury and is ready for selection.

The manager admitted that Joe Gomez was absent from practice yesterday but should be available for consideration, though he probably won't be used for the full 90 minutes.

The Clarets Get Encouraging Update on Their Striker

Turf Moor coach the manager has stated that striker Armando Broja may have "escaped major damage" after suffering an ankle injury while playing for the Albanian side against England.

Broja left the fixture on a assisted device, but follow-up assessments have shown the issue is "not serious at all."

Parker commented that the forward has been in training since midweek and could still play against his former club the Blues on the weekend.

St James' Park Side Injury News

Magpies boss the manager has given updates on a number of important squad members ahead of their game against Manchester City.

Gordon has "worked very hard" to recover from his hip problem and is "a doubt" for Saturday's encounter.

the full-back is "almost ready" after overcoming a knee problem and is also in contention for selection.

Pope is "okay" after following concussion protocols, while the Brazilian and Tonali are both available to take on City.

Weekend Top Flight Games

• Burnley v Chelsea (Sat lunchtime GMT)
• Liverpool host Forest (standard kickoff)
• The Cherries host West Ham (3pm)
• Palace visit Molineux (standard kickoff)
• Brighton v Brentford (afternoon)
• Sunderland visit Craven Cottage (3pm)
• Newcastle v Man City (evening)
• Villa visit Elland Road (Sunday afternoon)
• Arsenal v Tottenham (Sun late kickoff)
• United host Everton (Monday night)

Tactical Spotlight on Howe

The Magpies could potentially be in the relegation zone if they suffer defeat against City and other matches in other games are unfavorable.

The statistics aren't great for Eddie Howe, who has failed to secure victory Guardiola in numerous previous top flight encounters.

Howe's history 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," said Turf Moor coach Scott Parker. "They're just small details at this current stage."

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