English Top Flight Returns with Key Fitness Reports
England's top division kicks off again this weekend following the international break, with managers providing crucial team news ahead of matchday twelve's games.
Anfield Side Encounter Major Missing Players
Reds boss Arne Slot has announced that Conor Bradley, Frimpong, and Wirtz will all sit out this weekend's game against the visitors.
However, first-choice goalkeeper Alisson has returned to fitness from his muscle problem and is available.
The Liverpool boss stated that the versatile defender sat out practice yesterday but should be ready for the squad, though he may not be played for the complete game.
The Clarets Get Good News on Their Striker
Burnley manager Scott Parker has revealed that forward Armando Broja may have "escaped major damage" after sustaining an knock while playing for the Albanian side against England.
The 24-year-old left the match on a medical cart, but subsequent checks have shown the injury is "much less severe than feared."
Parker noted that Broja has trained since recently and could yet feature versus his former club Chelsea on matchday.
The Magpies Fitness News
Newcastle manager Howe has given news on a number of key squad members ahead of their game against the champions.
the winger has "trained extensively" to return from his hip injury and is "touch-and-go" for Saturday's encounter.
the full-back is "very close" after overcoming a knee problem and is also in consideration for selection.
Pope is "okay" after following concussion protocols, while Joelinton and the Italian are both fit to play against the visitors.
Upcoming Premier League Games
- Chelsea travel to Burnley (Saturday 12.30pm BST)
- Forest visit Anfield (afternoon)
- Bournemouth v West Ham (3pm)
- Palace visit Molineux (3pm)
- The Seagulls host Brentford (standard kickoff)
- Fulham v Sunderland (afternoon)
- Newcastle v Man City (late kickoff)
- Leeds v Aston Villa (Sunday 2pm)
- Arsenal host Tottenham (Sun evening)
- Everton visit Old Trafford (Mon evening kickoff)
Coaching Spotlight on Howe
St James' Park side could end up in the drop zone if they are defeated against City and other matches around them don't go their way.
The statistics are unfavorable for Eddie Howe, who has failed to secure victory the City boss in eighteen prior English football encounters.
His record against Guardiola stands at two stalemates and sixteen defeats from their previous meetings.
"Our progress and certainly I've seen a massive improvement from us," stated Burnley coach Parker. "They're just small details at this current stage."
The comeback of Premier League matches comes after a dramatic international break that saw memorable events including the Scottish team's dramatic achievement for the global tournament.
