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The Premier League returns this weekend following the FIFA window, with coaches providing important squad updates ahead of matchday twelve's fixtures.

Anfield Side Encounter Substantial Absences

Anfield coach Arne Slot has confirmed that the young defender, the Dutch full-back, and the German midfielder will all sit out this weekend's fixture against Nottingham Forest.

On a positive note, number one keeper the Brazilian has regained full health from his hamstring injury and is fit to play.

The Liverpool boss stated that Joe Gomez sat out sessions recently but will likely be available for consideration, though he probably won't be used for the full 90 minutes.

Burnley Have Good News on Armando Broja

Clarets boss Parker has revealed that striker Armando Broja may have "avoided serious injury" after picking up an problem while appearing for the Albanian side against England.

The 24-year-old left the match on a stretcher, but follow-up assessments have revealed the issue is "very, very, very minor."

Scott Parker commented that their striker has participated in sessions since midweek and could still face his former club the London side on Saturday.

The Magpies Injury Updates

St James' Park coach Eddie Howe has provided updates on multiple first-team individuals ahead of their match against Manchester City.

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

the full-back is "nearing fitness" after overcoming a knee problem and is also in contention for the squad.

Nick Pope is "alright" after undergoing head injury assessment, while Joelinton and Tonali are both fit to play against City.

Upcoming Premier League Matches

• Turf Moor hosts Chelsea (Sat lunchtime UK time)
• Liverpool v Nottingham Forest (afternoon)
• West Ham travel to Bournemouth (afternoon)
• Wolves v Crystal Palace (standard kickoff)
• The Seagulls host Brentford (afternoon)
• Sunderland visit Craven Cottage (standard kickoff)
• City travel to Newcastle (5.30pm)
• Leeds v Aston Villa (Sunday 2pm)
• Spurs visit the Emirates (Sunday evening)
• Man United v Everton (Monday night)

Managerial Spotlight on Eddie Howe

The Magpies could potentially be in the drop zone if they suffer defeat against Manchester City and results elsewhere go against them.

The statistics are unfavorable for Eddie Howe, who has been unable to beat Guardiola in eighteen previous Premier League attempts.

Howe's history against the City manager stands at two tied games and 16 losses from their past encounters.

"We've improved and definitely I've seen a huge development from us," stated the Clarets boss Parker. "They're just little tiny bits at this point in our development."

The comeback of top flight fixtures comes after a dramatic FIFA window that featured remarkable events including Scotland's dramatic success for the international competition.