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The Premier League resumes this weekend following the FIFA window, with bosses providing vital squad updates ahead of matchday twelve's fixtures.

Liverpool Face Significant Unavailable Stars

Anfield coach Arne Slot has revealed that Bradley, the Dutch full-back, and Wirtz will all sit out this weekend's game against Nottingham Forest.

Meanwhile, number one goalkeeper the Brazilian has regained full health from his recent setback and is available.

Slot revealed that the versatile defender was absent from training recently but will likely be fit for selection, though he probably won't be used for the complete game.

Burnley Have Positive Report on Armando Broja

Burnley manager Parker has announced that striker Armando Broja may have "dodged a bullet" after picking up an knock while playing for his national team against the Three Lions.

The 24-year-old left the fixture on a assisted device, but later assessments have revealed the problem is "not serious at all."

Scott Parker noted that their striker has been in training since Wednesday and could yet face his previous employers the Blues on the weekend.

The Magpies Fitness Reports

St James' Park coach Eddie Howe has provided reports on a number of key individuals ahead of their match against Manchester City.

Gordon has "worked very hard" to recover from his hip injury and is "a doubt" for tomorrow's match.

the full-back is "nearing fitness" after returning from a knee ligament injury and is also in the running for the squad.

Nick Pope is "fine" after undergoing concussion protocols, while the Brazilian and the Italian are both fit to face the visitors.

Weekend Premier League Fixtures

• Burnley v Chelsea (Saturday lunchtime GMT)
• Forest visit Anfield (standard kickoff)
• Bournemouth v West Ham (3pm)
• Wolves v Crystal Palace (standard kickoff)
• Brentford travel to Brighton (standard kickoff)
• Fulham host Sunderland (afternoon)
• City travel to Newcastle (late kickoff)
• Leeds host Villa (Sunday early kickoff)
• Arsenal host Tottenham (Sunday evening)
• United host Everton (Monday night)

Managerial Spotlight on Howe

Newcastle could potentially be in the bottom three if they are defeated against Manchester City and other matches elsewhere go against them.

The statistics don't look good for Howe, who has failed to secure victory the City boss in 18 prior English football encounters.

His record against Guardiola stands at two tied games and 16 losses from their previous meetings.

"We've developed and certainly I've seen a significant progress from us," commented Burnley manager Parker. "They're just small details at this current stage."

The resumption of Premier League action comes after a chaotic international break that featured unforgettable moments including Scotland's dramatic qualification for the World Cup.