🔗 Share this article Premier League Returns with Significant Injury Updates The English top flight resumes this matchweek following the FIFA window, with coaches providing crucial fitness reports ahead of Saturday's matches. Liverpool Deal With Substantial Unavailable Stars Anfield coach Arne Slot has confirmed that the young defender, the Dutch full-back, and Florian Wirtz will all be unavailable for this upcoming match against Forest. On a positive note, number one shot-stopper Alisson has regained full health from his recent setback and is available. Slot admitted that Gomez sat out training recently but is expected to be available for consideration, though he probably won't be risk for the complete game. Turf Moor Side Receive Good Report on Their Striker Turf Moor coach Scott Parker has revealed that striker the Albanian may have "escaped major damage" after picking up an ankle injury while appearing for his national team against the Three Lions. The striker left the game on a assisted device, but later assessments have revealed the injury is "very, very, very minor." Parker commented that the forward has trained since midweek and could potentially play against his former club the London side on Saturday. The Magpies Fitness News Magpies boss Eddie Howe has given updates on several first-team players ahead of their match against City. Anthony Gordon has "worked very hard" to recover from his hip problem and is "questionable" for the weekend's encounter. Livramento is "very close" after overcoming a knee problem and is also in contention for the matchday roster. Pope is "okay" after completing head injury assessment, while the Brazilian and Tonali are both available to play against Manchester City. Upcoming Premier League Matches Turf Moor hosts Chelsea (Sat 12.30pm GMT) Liverpool host Forest (standard kickoff) The Cherries host West Ham (3pm) Wolves host Palace (3pm) Brentford travel to Brighton (3pm) Fulham host Sunderland (afternoon) The Magpies host City (5.30pm) Villa visit Elland Road (Sunday afternoon) Arsenal v Tottenham (Sun late kickoff) Man United v Everton (Mon 8pm) Coaching Focus on Eddie Howe St James' Park side could find themselves in the bottom three if they lose against Manchester City and results in other games go against them. The historical record aren't great for the Newcastle manager, who has been unable to beat Pep Guardiola in eighteen past top flight matches. Howe's history against Pep stands at two tied games and sixteen defeats from their past encounters. "We've developed and certainly I've seen a significant progress from us," commented the Clarets boss the gaffer. "They're just small details at this point in our development." The return of Premier League action comes after a eventful national team period that included memorable moments including the Scottish team's thrilling qualification for the international competition.