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The Premier League returns this matchweek following the international break, with bosses providing crucial fitness reports ahead of matchday twelve's fixtures.

Anfield Side Face Substantial Absences

Anfield coach Arne Slot has revealed that the young defender, Jeremie Frimpong, and the German midfielder will all be unavailable for this upcoming game against the visitors.

However, number one keeper Alisson Becker has fully recovered from his hamstring injury and is available.

The manager admitted that Gomez sat out sessions on Thursday but is expected to be fit for consideration, though he may not be risk for the full 90 minutes.

The Clarets Get Good Report on Their Striker

Burnley manager Scott Parker has stated that striker Broja may have "escaped major damage" after sustaining an knock while playing for his national team against the English team.

The 24-year-old left the match on a assisted device, but subsequent examinations have revealed the issue is "much less severe than feared."

Scott Parker added that Broja has trained since Wednesday and could still face his former club Chelsea on Saturday.

St James' Park Side Fitness Reports

St James' Park coach Howe has given updates on a number of first-team players ahead of their fixture against the champions.

Gordon has "put in significant effort" to get back from his hip injury and is "questionable" for tomorrow's match.

the full-back is "very close" after returning from a serious knee issue and is also in consideration for selection.

Nick Pope is "fine" after completing head injury assessment, while the Brazilian and Tonali are both ready to take on the visitors.

This Round's English Football Fixtures

• Turf Moor hosts Chelsea (Saturday lunchtime GMT)
• Liverpool v Nottingham Forest (standard kickoff)
• West Ham travel to Bournemouth (3pm)
• Wolves host Palace (standard kickoff)
• Brentford travel to Brighton (3pm)
• Fulham v Sunderland (standard kickoff)
• City travel to Newcastle (evening)
• Leeds v Aston Villa (Sun afternoon)
• Arsenal host Tottenham (Sunday 4.30pm)
• Man United v Everton (Monday night)

Tactical Spotlight on Howe

St James' Park side could end up in the bottom three if they are defeated against the champions and results around them are unfavorable.

The omens aren't great for Howe, who has failed to secure victory the City boss in numerous previous Premier League attempts.

Howe's history against Pep stands at two stalemates and 16 losses from their historical matchups.

"Our progress and certainly I've seen a huge development from us," commented Burnley coach the gaffer. "It's only minor aspects at this current stage."

The comeback of English football fixtures comes after a dramatic FIFA window that included remarkable moments including Scotland's thrilling qualification for the international competition.