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The Premier League returns this weekend following the FIFA window, with managers providing crucial fitness reports ahead of matchday twelve's matches.

Liverpool Face Major Missing Players

Reds boss Arne Slot has confirmed that the young defender, Frimpong, and the German midfielder will all miss this weekend's game against the visitors.

However, starting goalkeeper Alisson Becker has returned to fitness from his hamstring injury and is fit to play.

The manager revealed that Gomez sat out training recently but will likely be ready for selection, though it's unlikely he'll be used for the complete game.

The Clarets Get Positive News on Broja

Clarets boss Parker has stated that striker Broja may have "escaped major damage" after sustaining an ankle injury while appearing for his national team against England.

Broja left the fixture on a stretcher, but later examinations have shown the problem is "very, very, very minor."

Parker commented that the forward has participated in sessions since Wednesday and could yet play against his old team the Blues on the weekend.

St James' Park Side Injury News

Magpies boss Eddie Howe has provided updates on multiple key squad members ahead of their fixture against the champions.

Anthony Gordon has "put in significant effort" to return from his hip injury and is "a doubt" for tomorrow's match.

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

Nick Pope is "fine" after undergoing head injury assessment, while Joelinton and the Italian are both ready to play against City.

Weekend English Football Games

• Turf Moor hosts Chelsea (Sat early kickoff GMT)
• Forest visit Anfield (3pm)
• The Cherries host West Ham (afternoon)
• Wolves host Palace (standard kickoff)
• Brighton v Brentford (3pm)
• Fulham v Sunderland (afternoon)
• The Magpies host City (late kickoff)
• Leeds host Villa (Sunday 2pm)
• Arsenal v Tottenham (Sunday late kickoff)
• Everton visit Old Trafford (Monday night)

Coaching Spotlight on Howe

Newcastle could find themselves in the bottom three if they are defeated against City and results elsewhere don't go their way.

The historical record aren't great for Eddie Howe, who has been unable to beat Guardiola in 18 prior Premier League encounters.

Howe's history against the City manager stands at two draws and sixteen defeats from their past encounters.

"We've improved and definitely I've seen a huge development from us," stated Burnley manager the gaffer. "They're just small details at this current stage."

The return of Premier League action comes after a dramatic international break that featured remarkable events including Scotland's dramatic qualification for the international competition.