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The Premier League resumes this round of fixtures following the pause for national teams, with managers providing crucial squad updates ahead of matchday twelve's matches.

Liverpool Face Significant Unavailable Stars

Liverpool manager Arne Slot has revealed that the young defender, Jeremie Frimpong, and Wirtz will all be unavailable for this weekend's fixture against the visitors.

On a positive note, first-choice keeper Alisson has regained full health from his recent setback and is available.

Slot admitted that Gomez missed sessions on Thursday but should be available for selection, though it's unlikely he'll be risk for the full 90 minutes.

Burnley Have Positive News on Broja

Turf Moor coach Scott Parker has announced that striker Broja may have "escaped major damage" after sustaining an problem while appearing for his national team against the Three Lions.

The striker left the match on a assisted device, but later assessments have revealed the issue is "very, very, very minor."

Parker added that the forward has trained since midweek and could potentially face his old team the London side on matchday.

The Magpies Injury News

Newcastle manager Eddie Howe has provided news on several key squad members ahead of their match against City.

the winger has "worked very hard" to recover from his hip problem and is "questionable" for Saturday's match.

Tino Livramento is "very close" after recovering from a knee ligament injury and is also in consideration for the matchday roster.

Nick Pope is "fine" after following safety procedures, while Joelinton and Sandro Tonali are both fit to face Manchester City.

Upcoming English Football Fixtures

• Burnley v Chelsea (Sat 12.30pm BST)
• Liverpool v Nottingham Forest (afternoon)
• Bournemouth v West Ham (afternoon)
• Wolves host Palace (afternoon)
• Brighton v Brentford (standard kickoff)
• Sunderland visit Craven Cottage (standard kickoff)
• City travel to Newcastle (evening)
• Leeds v Aston Villa (Sun early kickoff)
• Arsenal v Tottenham (Sunday late kickoff)
• United host Everton (Mon night)

Managerial Spotlight on Howe

St James' Park side could potentially be in the drop zone if they are defeated against City and other matches in other games go against them.

The statistics don't look good for the Newcastle manager, who has been unable to beat Pep Guardiola in numerous previous top flight matches.

His record against the City manager stands at two stalemates and sixteen defeats from their past encounters.

"Our progress and definitely I've seen a massive improvement from us," commented Turf Moor coach Scott Parker. "It's only little tiny bits at this current stage."

The return of Premier League fixtures comes after a chaotic FIFA window that featured remarkable highlights including the Scottish team's nail-biting success for the international competition.