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The English top flight resumes this matchweek following the international break, with coaches providing vital squad updates ahead of the weekend's matches.

The Reds Deal With Major Unavailable Stars

Anfield coach Arne Slot has revealed that the young defender, Jeremie Frimpong, and Wirtz will all sit out this weekend's fixture against the visitors.

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

Slot stated that Gomez was absent from practice yesterday but should be ready for consideration, though he may not be used for the complete game.

Turf Moor Side Receive Good Report on Broja

Burnley manager Parker has announced that striker Broja may have "avoided serious injury" after sustaining an knock while appearing for Albania against England.

Broja left the game on a medical cart, but later assessments have revealed the problem is "very, very, very minor."

Parker noted that the forward has participated in sessions since recently and could yet feature versus his previous employers the London side on the weekend.

The Magpies Fitness News

St James' Park coach Eddie Howe has given updates on several first-team individuals ahead of their fixture against the champions.

Anthony Gordon has "worked very hard" to return from his hip injury and is "a doubt" for the weekend's match.

Tino Livramento is "nearing fitness" after returning from a knee ligament injury and is also in consideration for selection.

Pope is "okay" after undergoing head injury assessment, while the Brazilian and the Italian are both fit to face the visitors.

Weekend English Football Games

• Chelsea travel to Burnley (Saturday early kickoff UK time)
• Liverpool host Forest (afternoon)
• Bournemouth v West Ham (standard kickoff)
• Wolves v Crystal Palace (standard kickoff)
• Brighton v Brentford (afternoon)
• Fulham v Sunderland (3pm)
• City travel to Newcastle (late kickoff)
• Villa visit Elland Road (Sun afternoon)
• Arsenal host Tottenham (Sun 4.30pm)
• United host Everton (Mon 8pm)

Coaching Focus on Howe

The Magpies could find themselves in the bottom three if they suffer defeat against City and other matches elsewhere are unfavorable.

The omens don't look good for Howe, who has been unable to beat the City boss in 18 past Premier League matches.

The statistics against Pep stands at two stalemates and 16 losses from their historical matchups.

"We've developed and without doubt I've seen a massive improvement from us," stated Burnley boss Parker. "It's only minor aspects at this current stage."

The comeback of English football matches comes after a eventful international break that featured remarkable events including the Scottish team's nail-biting success for the global tournament.