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The Premier League returns this matchweek following the FIFA window, with bosses providing vital fitness reports ahead of matchday twelve's fixtures.

Liverpool Encounter Major Absences

Reds boss Arne Slot has revealed that Bradley, the Dutch full-back, and Florian Wirtz will all miss this upcoming match against Forest.

Meanwhile, first-choice keeper the Brazilian has fully recovered from his hamstring injury and is available.

The manager revealed that Joe Gomez missed sessions yesterday but should be available for selection, though he probably won't be played for the entire match.

Turf Moor Side Receive Encouraging News on Broja

Burnley manager the manager has stated that striker the Albanian may have "dodged a bullet" after sustaining an ankle injury while featuring for his national team against the English team.

The striker left the match on a assisted device, but subsequent assessments have indicated the injury is "much less severe than feared."

Parker commented that Broja has trained since Wednesday and could yet play against his former club the Blues on Saturday.

St James' Park Side Injury Reports

Magpies boss the manager has offered reports on multiple key individuals ahead of their fixture against Manchester City.

Gordon has "worked very hard" to return from his hip injury and is "questionable" for Saturday's encounter.

Livramento is "almost ready" after overcoming a serious knee issue and is also in consideration for selection.

Nick Pope is "fine" after following head injury assessment, while Joelinton and Tonali are both ready to play against the visitors.

Upcoming Top Flight Games

• Chelsea travel to Burnley (Saturday lunchtime GMT)
• Liverpool host Forest (3pm)
• Bournemouth v West Ham (3pm)
• Wolves v Crystal Palace (3pm)
• Brighton v Brentford (standard kickoff)
• Fulham v Sunderland (standard kickoff)
• City travel to Newcastle (late kickoff)
• Leeds host Villa (Sun afternoon)
• Spurs visit the Emirates (Sunday late kickoff)
• United host Everton (Monday night)

Tactical Spotlight on Howe

Newcastle could end up in the bottom three if they suffer defeat against Manchester City and outcomes around them don't go their way.

The omens aren't great for the Newcastle manager, who has been unable to beat the City boss in numerous prior Premier League encounters.

Howe's history against Guardiola stands at two draws and sixteen unsuccessful attempts from their historical matchups.

"Our progress and definitely I've seen a huge development from us," commented Turf Moor coach the gaffer. "It's only little tiny bits at this present moment in time."

The comeback of English football fixtures comes after a eventful FIFA window that featured memorable highlights including the Scottish team's dramatic achievement for the World Cup.