Premier League Resumes with Significant Injury News
The Premier League resumes this weekend following the international break, with managers providing vital fitness reports ahead of matchday twelve's games.
Liverpool Encounter Major Unavailable Stars
Liverpool manager Arne Slot has announced that Bradley, Jeremie Frimpong, and Florian Wirtz will all sit out this round's fixture against Forest.
However, first-choice shot-stopper Alisson has regained full health from his hamstring injury and is fit to play.
Slot revealed that the versatile defender was absent from training yesterday but is expected to be ready for the squad, though he may not be risk for the full 90 minutes.
Turf Moor Side Get Encouraging Report on Broja
Burnley manager the manager has announced that striker Armando Broja may have "escaped major damage" after suffering an ankle injury while appearing for his national team against England.
Broja left the fixture on a assisted device, but follow-up checks have indicated the problem is "very, very, very minor."
Scott Parker added that Broja has participated in sessions since Wednesday and could still face his old team the Blues on Saturday.
Newcastle Fitness News
Newcastle manager Eddie Howe has offered reports on a number of important players ahead of their match against the champions.
Anthony Gordon has "put in significant effort" to recover from his hip injury and is "questionable" for Saturday's match.
Livramento is "very close" after recovering from a serious knee issue and is also in contention for selection.
Pope is "alright" after undergoing safety procedures, while Joelinton and Tonali are both available to take on Manchester City.
This Round's Top Flight Games
- Burnley v Chelsea (Saturday lunchtime GMT)
- Forest visit Anfield (standard kickoff)
- Bournemouth v West Ham (standard kickoff)
- Wolves host Palace (standard kickoff)
- Brighton v Brentford (afternoon)
- Fulham host Sunderland (standard kickoff)
- Newcastle v Man City (evening)
- Leeds v Aston Villa (Sun 2pm)
- Arsenal v Tottenham (Sunday evening)
- Everton visit Old Trafford (Mon evening kickoff)
Coaching Spotlight on Eddie Howe
Newcastle could end up in the drop zone if they lose against the champions and results in other games don't go their way.
The historical record don't look good for Howe, who has failed to secure victory the City boss in numerous previous Premier League encounters.
His record against the City manager stands at two tied games and sixteen defeats from their previous meetings.
"We've developed and certainly I've seen a huge development from us," stated Burnley coach Scott Parker. "We need to work on small details at this present moment in time."
The return of Premier League fixtures comes after a eventful FIFA window that included remarkable events including the Scottish team's thrilling qualification for the international competition.
