Premier League Returns with Important Injury News
England's top division returns this matchweek following the pause for national teams, with managers providing vital fitness reports ahead of Saturday's matches.
The Reds Deal With Significant Absences
Anfield coach Arne Slot has announced that Bradley, the Dutch full-back, and Florian Wirtz will all miss this round's game against Nottingham Forest.
Meanwhile, number one keeper Alisson has fully recovered from his muscle problem and is available.
The Liverpool boss revealed that the versatile defender was absent from sessions recently but will likely be fit for selection, though he probably won't be played for the complete game.
Burnley Receive Encouraging News on Broja
Turf Moor coach Scott Parker has stated that striker Armando Broja may have "escaped major damage" after picking up an problem while appearing for his national team against the Three Lions.
The striker left the fixture on a assisted device, but later examinations have shown the injury is "much less severe than feared."
Scott Parker noted that the forward has trained since Wednesday and could yet face his previous employers the London side on Saturday.
The Magpies Fitness News
St James' Park coach Howe has given news on a number of important individuals ahead of their fixture against the champions.
the winger has "worked very hard" to return from his hip injury and is "a doubt" for the weekend's encounter.
Livramento is "very close" after returning from a knee problem and is also in contention for selection.
the goalkeeper is "fine" after undergoing head injury assessment, while Joelinton and Sandro Tonali are both fit to face the visitors.
Weekend Premier League Fixtures
- Burnley v Chelsea (Sat lunchtime BST)
- Liverpool v Nottingham Forest (standard kickoff)
- Bournemouth v West Ham (3pm)
- Wolves v Crystal Palace (standard kickoff)
- The Seagulls host Brentford (afternoon)
- Fulham host Sunderland (afternoon)
- City travel to Newcastle (evening)
- Leeds host Villa (Sunday afternoon)
- Spurs visit the Emirates (Sunday 4.30pm)
- Everton visit Old Trafford (Monday evening kickoff)
Coaching Spotlight on Howe
St James' Park side could end up in the bottom three if they are defeated against the champions and results in other games are unfavorable.
The omens are unfavorable for Eddie Howe, who has never won the City boss in numerous prior English football encounters.
Howe's history against Guardiola stands at two draws and sixteen unsuccessful attempts from their past encounters.
"We've improved and certainly I've seen a massive improvement from us," stated the Clarets coach the gaffer. "They're just little tiny bits at this current stage."
The comeback of top flight action comes after a chaotic national team period that saw unforgettable events including the Scottish team's dramatic qualification for the World Cup.
