Premier League Comes Back with Key Injury Updates
The English top flight returns this weekend following the pause for national teams, with managers providing vital squad updates ahead of the weekend's matches.
Liverpool Deal With Significant Absences
Liverpool manager Arne Slot has confirmed that Conor Bradley, Jeremie Frimpong, and Wirtz will all be unavailable for this round's game against Nottingham Forest.
On a positive note, starting shot-stopper Alisson Becker has regained full health from his hamstring injury and is fit to play.
Slot revealed that Gomez was absent from sessions yesterday but should be available for the squad, though he may not be risk for the complete game.
The Clarets Have Good Report on Armando Broja
Turf Moor coach Scott Parker has stated that attacker the Albanian may have "dodged a bullet" after picking up an ankle injury while playing for Albania against England.
The 24-year-old left the match on a stretcher, but later assessments have revealed the issue is "very, very, very minor."
Parker added that Broja has been in training since recently and could yet feature versus his former club the Blues on Saturday.
Newcastle Injury News
Newcastle manager Eddie Howe has offered updates on a number of first-team squad members ahead of their game against City.
Gordon has "worked very hard" to recover from his recent issue and is "questionable" for tomorrow's encounter.
Livramento is "nearing fitness" after returning from a knee ligament injury and is also in the running for the matchday roster.
Nick Pope is "alright" after undergoing concussion protocols, while Joelinton and Sandro Tonali are both ready to face the visitors.
Upcoming Top Flight Games
- Chelsea travel to Burnley (Sat 12.30pm UK time)
- Liverpool v Nottingham Forest (afternoon)
- The Cherries host West Ham (afternoon)
- Wolves host Palace (afternoon)
- Brentford travel to Brighton (standard kickoff)
- Sunderland visit Craven Cottage (standard kickoff)
- City travel to Newcastle (late kickoff)
- Leeds host Villa (Sun afternoon)
- Arsenal host Tottenham (Sun 4.30pm)
- Everton visit Old Trafford (Mon night)
Managerial Spotlight on Eddie Howe
The Magpies could find themselves in the drop zone if they lose against City and results in other games don't go their way.
The historical record aren't great for Howe, who has failed to secure victory Pep Guardiola in eighteen previous Premier League encounters.
Howe's history against the City manager stands at two stalemates and 16 losses from their past encounters.
"We've improved and definitely I've seen a massive improvement from us," commented the Clarets boss the gaffer. "They're just minor aspects at this current stage."
The resumption of top flight action comes after a eventful FIFA window that included unforgettable events including the Scottish team's dramatic qualification for the global tournament.
