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The English top flight resumes this weekend following the FIFA window, with bosses providing crucial fitness reports ahead of the weekend's fixtures.

Liverpool Encounter Substantial Missing Players

Liverpool manager Arne Slot has revealed that Conor Bradley, the Dutch full-back, and Wirtz will all sit out this weekend's match against the visitors.

However, number one shot-stopper Alisson Becker has fully recovered from his recent setback and is ready for selection.

Slot stated that Joe Gomez was absent from practice yesterday but should be ready for the squad, though he may not be played for the full 90 minutes.

The Clarets Have Positive News on Their Striker

Clarets boss Parker has announced that forward the Albanian may have "escaped major damage" after picking up an problem while appearing for his national team against the English team.

The striker left the fixture on a assisted device, but follow-up checks have shown the problem is "much less severe than feared."

Scott Parker noted that the forward has been in training since Wednesday and could yet face his old team the Blues on matchday.

The Magpies Injury Reports

Newcastle manager Eddie Howe has offered reports on multiple first-team individuals ahead of their fixture against the champions.

Gordon has "put in significant effort" to return from his hip problem and is "questionable" for tomorrow's match.

Livramento is "nearing fitness" after overcoming a knee ligament injury and is also in consideration for the squad.

Nick Pope is "alright" after following concussion protocols, while Joelinton and Sandro Tonali are both available to take on Manchester City.

This Round's Premier League Fixtures

• Burnley v Chelsea (Saturday lunchtime GMT)
• Liverpool v Nottingham Forest (3pm)
• The Cherries host West Ham (3pm)
• Wolves host Palace (standard kickoff)
• The Seagulls host Brentford (afternoon)
• Fulham host Sunderland (afternoon)
• City travel to Newcastle (5.30pm)
• Leeds v Aston Villa (Sunday afternoon)
• Spurs visit the Emirates (Sun 4.30pm)
• Everton visit Old Trafford (Monday 8pm)

Coaching Attention on Eddie Howe

St James' Park side could potentially be in the drop zone if they are defeated against the champions and results in other games don't go their way.

The historical record don't look good for the Newcastle manager, who has never won Pep Guardiola in numerous previous English football attempts.

Howe's history against Pep stands at two stalemates and sixteen unsuccessful attempts from their historical matchups.

"We've improved and certainly I've seen a huge development from us," stated Turf Moor boss the gaffer. "They're just minor aspects at this present moment in time."

The return of Premier League action comes after a chaotic FIFA window that featured unforgettable events including Scotland's dramatic qualification for the global tournament.