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The Premier League returns this weekend following the pause for national teams, with managers providing crucial squad updates ahead of Saturday's matches.

Anfield Side Deal With Substantial Missing Players

Liverpool manager Arne Slot has announced that the young defender, Jeremie Frimpong, and the German midfielder will all sit out this round's fixture against the visitors.

On a positive note, first-choice goalkeeper the Brazilian has returned to fitness from his muscle problem and is available.

The Liverpool boss revealed that Gomez sat out training on Thursday but is expected to be fit for consideration, though he probably won't be risk for the complete game.

The Clarets Get Good News on Armando Broja

Turf Moor coach Scott Parker has stated that forward the Albanian may have "avoided serious injury" after suffering an problem while playing for the Albanian side against England.

Broja left the game on a stretcher, but subsequent checks have shown the injury is "very, very, very minor."

Parker noted that their striker has been in training since recently and could yet face his former club the London side on Saturday.

St James' Park Side Fitness News

Newcastle manager Eddie Howe has provided news on several key individuals ahead of their fixture against City.

the winger has "trained extensively" to get back from his hip problem and is "touch-and-go" for the weekend's encounter.

Tino Livramento is "almost ready" after recovering from a knee ligament injury and is also in contention for selection.

Pope is "fine" after undergoing concussion protocols, while Joelinton and Tonali are both fit to take on City.

This Round's English Football Games

• Turf Moor hosts Chelsea (Saturday 12.30pm GMT)
• Liverpool host Forest (3pm)
• Bournemouth v West Ham (3pm)
• Palace visit Molineux (afternoon)
• Brighton v Brentford (3pm)
• Fulham v Sunderland (3pm)
• The Magpies host City (evening)
• Leeds v Aston Villa (Sun 2pm)
• Arsenal v Tottenham (Sun evening)
• Man United v Everton (Mon 8pm)

Managerial Attention on Howe

The Magpies could find themselves in the drop zone if they are defeated against Manchester City and outcomes around them don't go their way.

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

Howe's history against Guardiola stands at two tied games and sixteen unsuccessful attempts from their previous meetings.

"Our progress and definitely I've seen a massive improvement from us," stated Burnley coach Parker. "We need to work on small details at this point in our development."

The comeback of top flight fixtures comes after a chaotic national team period that featured remarkable moments including the Scottish team's thrilling success for the World Cup.