🔗 Share this article Premier League Returns with Significant Fitness Updates England's top division returns this matchweek following the international break, with coaches providing important squad updates ahead of the weekend's games. Liverpool Encounter Significant Absences Anfield coach Arne Slot has announced that Bradley, the Dutch full-back, and Wirtz will all miss this weekend's match against the visitors. However, first-choice goalkeeper Alisson has returned to fitness from his hamstring injury and is available. The Liverpool boss stated that the versatile defender sat out sessions yesterday but will likely be ready for the squad, though he probably won't be risk for the entire match. Turf Moor Side Get Encouraging Update on Their Striker Clarets boss the manager has revealed that attacker Armando Broja may have "avoided serious injury" after suffering an problem while appearing for Albania against the English team. Broja left the match on a stretcher, but later examinations have revealed the injury is "very, very, very minor." Scott Parker noted that the forward has trained since recently and could yet play against his former club the Blues on Saturday. St James' Park Side Fitness Updates St James' Park coach Howe has offered updates on several important individuals ahead of their fixture against City. the winger has "put in significant effort" to recover from his hip problem and is "touch-and-go" for Saturday's match. Tino Livramento is "almost ready" after overcoming a knee problem and is also in consideration for the squad. Pope is "alright" after completing head injury assessment, while Joelinton and Tonali are both fit to take on the visitors. This Round's English Football Fixtures Chelsea travel to Burnley (Saturday 12.30pm GMT) Liverpool v Nottingham Forest (standard kickoff) Bournemouth v West Ham (3pm) Wolves host Palace (afternoon) The Seagulls host Brentford (standard kickoff) Fulham v Sunderland (3pm) Newcastle v Man City (evening) Leeds v Aston Villa (Sun afternoon) Arsenal v Tottenham (Sunday evening) United host Everton (Monday evening kickoff) Managerial Spotlight on Eddie Howe Newcastle could end up in the bottom three if they lose against City and results in other games go against them. The omens are unfavorable for Eddie Howe, who has never won the City boss in numerous previous Premier League matches. The statistics against the City manager stands at two tied games and sixteen unsuccessful attempts from their previous meetings. "We've improved and definitely I've seen a significant progress from us," commented Turf Moor coach Scott Parker. "They're just minor aspects at this point in our development." The comeback of Premier League action comes after a dramatic national team period that featured memorable moments including the Scottish team's nail-biting success for the global tournament.