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The Premier League returns this matchweek following the pause for national teams, with coaches providing crucial fitness reports ahead of matchday twelve's matches.

Liverpool Deal With Major Unavailable Stars

Anfield coach Arne Slot has confirmed that the young defender, Frimpong, and Florian Wirtz will all be unavailable for this round's fixture against Forest.

Meanwhile, starting shot-stopper the Brazilian has regained full health from his recent setback and is available.

The manager revealed that the versatile defender was absent from practice recently but will likely be fit for consideration, though he may not be played for the entire match.

The Clarets Get Good News on Broja

Turf Moor coach Scott Parker has stated that forward Broja may have "dodged a bullet" after sustaining an knock while featuring for Albania against England.

Broja left the fixture on a assisted device, but later examinations have revealed the injury is "not serious at all."

The Burnley manager added that their striker has trained since Wednesday and could yet play against his former club Chelsea on the weekend.

St James' Park Side Fitness Updates

Newcastle manager Howe has given updates on multiple important squad members ahead of their fixture against City.

the winger has "worked very hard" to recover from his recent issue and is "a doubt" for tomorrow's fixture.

the full-back is "nearing fitness" after overcoming a serious knee issue and is also in the running for the matchday roster.

Pope is "fine" after following concussion protocols, while Joelinton and the Italian are both fit to face City.

This Round's Premier League Fixtures

• Burnley v Chelsea (Sat early kickoff BST)
• Liverpool host Forest (standard kickoff)
• West Ham travel to Bournemouth (afternoon)
• Wolves host Palace (afternoon)
• The Seagulls host Brentford (3pm)
• Sunderland visit Craven Cottage (standard kickoff)
• The Magpies host City (late kickoff)
• Leeds host Villa (Sunday early kickoff)
• Arsenal host Tottenham (Sun evening)
• Everton visit Old Trafford (Mon evening kickoff)

Managerial Spotlight on Eddie Howe

Newcastle could find themselves in the drop zone if they are defeated against City and other matches in other games don't go their way.

The omens aren't great for the Newcastle manager, who has failed to secure victory Guardiola in numerous prior Premier League matches.

Howe's history against Guardiola stands at two draws and sixteen defeats from their past encounters.

"We've improved and certainly I've seen a massive improvement from us," stated Turf Moor boss Scott Parker. "It's only minor aspects at this present moment in time."

The return of top flight action comes after a chaotic national team period that saw unforgettable events including Scotland's thrilling success for the World Cup.