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England's top division kicks off again this round of fixtures following the FIFA window, with managers providing crucial fitness reports ahead of matchday twelve's matches.

The Reds Encounter Significant Missing Players

Reds boss Arne Slot has announced that the young defender, the Dutch full-back, and the German midfielder will all miss this weekend's fixture against the visitors.

Meanwhile, starting shot-stopper Alisson Becker has fully recovered from his hamstring injury and is fit to play.

The Liverpool boss revealed that Gomez missed training recently but is expected to be ready for the squad, though he may not be played for the complete game.

Burnley Receive Positive Report on Their Striker

Turf Moor coach the manager has stated that attacker Armando Broja may have "escaped major damage" after suffering an knock while featuring for the Albanian side against the Three Lions.

Broja left the game on a stretcher, but subsequent checks have shown the issue is "very, very, very minor."

The Burnley manager added that Broja has trained since Wednesday and could yet face his old team the Blues on Saturday.

Newcastle Injury Reports

Newcastle manager the manager has provided reports on several key individuals ahead of their game against City.

Gordon has "trained extensively" to return from his hip problem and is "touch-and-go" for tomorrow's match.

the full-back is "very close" after overcoming a serious knee issue and is also in contention for selection.

Nick Pope is "okay" after undergoing safety procedures, while the Brazilian and Tonali are both ready to take on the visitors.

Upcoming Top Flight Matches

• Chelsea travel to Burnley (Saturday early kickoff UK time)
• Liverpool host Forest (afternoon)
• West Ham travel to Bournemouth (3pm)
• Wolves host Palace (3pm)
• Brentford travel to Brighton (standard kickoff)
• Fulham host Sunderland (standard kickoff)
• Newcastle v Man City (evening)
• Villa visit Elland Road (Sunday 2pm)
• Arsenal v Tottenham (Sun 4.30pm)
• Man United v Everton (Mon 8pm)

Managerial Spotlight on Eddie Howe

St James' Park side could find themselves in the drop zone if they suffer defeat against the champions and results around them are unfavorable.

The statistics are unfavorable for the Newcastle manager, who has never won Guardiola in 18 past top flight matches.

His record against the City manager stands at two tied games and sixteen unsuccessful attempts from their past encounters.

"We've improved and certainly I've seen a significant progress from us," stated the Clarets coach the gaffer. "They're just minor aspects at this present moment in time."

The return of English football action comes after a eventful FIFA window that included remarkable highlights including the Scottish team's nail-biting qualification for the international competition.