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England's top division resumes this matchweek following the FIFA window, with bosses providing important fitness reports ahead of the weekend's matches.

The Reds Face Significant Absences

Liverpool manager Arne Slot has revealed that the young defender, Jeremie Frimpong, and Wirtz will all miss this upcoming fixture against Nottingham Forest.

On a positive note, number one goalkeeper the Brazilian has returned to fitness from his hamstring injury and is fit to play.

Slot admitted that Gomez was absent from training on Thursday but will likely be fit for selection, though it's unlikely he'll be played for the full 90 minutes.

The Clarets Receive Good Report on Broja

Turf Moor coach the manager has revealed that forward the Albanian may have "dodged a bullet" after picking up an knock while featuring for Albania against the Three Lions.

The 24-year-old left the fixture on a stretcher, but follow-up assessments have shown the injury is "very, very, very minor."

Scott Parker commented that their striker has been in training since Wednesday and could still play against his old team the Blues on matchday.

Newcastle Fitness Reports

St James' Park coach Howe has offered reports on multiple first-team players ahead of their fixture against City.

the winger has "trained extensively" to get back from his recent issue and is "touch-and-go" for tomorrow's fixture.

Tino Livramento is "almost ready" after recovering from a knee problem and is also in consideration for selection.

Pope is "okay" after completing safety procedures, while Joelinton and Tonali are both ready to take on Manchester City.

Weekend English Football Fixtures

• Chelsea travel to Burnley (Sat lunchtime GMT)
• Liverpool v Nottingham Forest (afternoon)
• West Ham travel to Bournemouth (afternoon)
• Wolves host Palace (3pm)
• The Seagulls host Brentford (3pm)
• Fulham host Sunderland (3pm)
• City travel to Newcastle (late kickoff)
• Villa visit Elland Road (Sunday early kickoff)
• Arsenal v Tottenham (Sunday late kickoff)
• United host Everton (Mon 8pm)

Tactical Spotlight on Howe

Newcastle could end up in the drop zone if they lose against the champions and other matches in other games are unfavorable.

The historical record aren't great for Howe, who has never won the City boss in eighteen previous top flight attempts.

Howe's history against Pep stands at two draws and sixteen unsuccessful attempts from their past encounters.

"We've developed and certainly I've seen a huge development from us," commented Turf Moor boss Parker. "They're just minor aspects at this present moment in time."

The resumption of English football matches comes after a chaotic FIFA window that saw remarkable events including Scotland's thrilling success for the global tournament.