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The English top flight kicks off again this matchweek following the international break, with bosses providing vital fitness reports ahead of matchday twelve's fixtures.

Liverpool Face Major Unavailable Stars

Reds boss Arne Slot has confirmed that the young defender, Jeremie Frimpong, and the German midfielder will all miss this round's game against Nottingham Forest.

Meanwhile, first-choice keeper the Brazilian has regained full health from his recent setback and is fit to play.

The Liverpool boss stated that the versatile defender sat out training recently but is expected to be fit for consideration, though it's unlikely he'll be risk for the complete game.

Turf Moor Side Have Encouraging Report on Their Striker

Burnley manager the manager has revealed that attacker Armando Broja may have "avoided serious injury" after sustaining an problem while appearing for the Albanian side against England.

The striker left the match on a stretcher, but subsequent assessments have revealed the issue is "very, very, very minor."

Scott Parker commented that the forward has been in training since recently and could potentially face his previous employers the Blues on Saturday.

St James' Park Side Fitness Reports

St James' Park coach the manager has given updates on multiple important squad members ahead of their match against the champions.

the winger has "trained extensively" to recover from his hip injury and is "questionable" for tomorrow's match.

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

the goalkeeper is "okay" after undergoing concussion protocols, while the Brazilian and Sandro Tonali are both available to face the visitors.

This Round's Top Flight Games

• Burnley v Chelsea (Sat early kickoff GMT)
• Liverpool v Nottingham Forest (standard kickoff)
• The Cherries host West Ham (standard kickoff)
• Wolves host Palace (standard kickoff)
• Brighton v Brentford (standard kickoff)
• Fulham v Sunderland (3pm)
• Newcastle v Man City (5.30pm)
• Leeds v Aston Villa (Sun afternoon)
• Arsenal v Tottenham (Sunday evening)
• Man United v Everton (Mon night)

Managerial Focus on Howe

Newcastle could find themselves in the drop zone if they suffer defeat against City and other matches around them go against them.

The omens don't look good for the Newcastle manager, who has failed to secure victory the City boss in numerous previous Premier League matches.

His record against the City manager stands at two draws and sixteen defeats from their previous meetings.

"We've improved and definitely I've seen a massive improvement from us," stated Burnley manager Scott Parker. "They're just minor aspects at this current stage."

The return of Premier League action comes after a chaotic national team period that included unforgettable events including the Scottish team's nail-biting success for the global tournament.