Premier League Comes Back with Key Fitness Reports
The English top flight resumes this weekend following the pause for national teams, with managers providing vital fitness reports ahead of Saturday's matches.
Anfield Side Deal With Substantial Unavailable Stars
Reds boss Arne Slot has announced that the young defender, Jeremie Frimpong, and the German midfielder will all be unavailable for this upcoming match against Nottingham Forest.
However, first-choice keeper the Brazilian has regained full health from his muscle problem and is fit to play.
The Liverpool boss admitted that the versatile defender missed practice yesterday but will likely be available for consideration, though he may not be used for the entire match.
The Clarets Have Good Report on Their Striker
Burnley manager Scott Parker has stated that striker the Albanian may have "escaped major damage" after picking up an knock while playing for Albania against the English team.
The striker left the match on a medical cart, but follow-up checks have shown the injury is "very, very, very minor."
Parker noted that Broja has trained since Wednesday and could yet play against his previous employers the London side on the weekend.
Newcastle Injury Updates
St James' Park coach Howe has given news on several first-team individuals ahead of their game against City.
the winger has "put in significant effort" to get back from his hip problem and is "questionable" for tomorrow's encounter.
the full-back is "very close" after recovering from a knee ligament injury and is also in contention for the matchday roster.
the goalkeeper is "fine" after completing head injury assessment, while the Brazilian and the Italian are both available to face Manchester City.
Upcoming Top Flight Games
- Burnley v Chelsea (Saturday early kickoff GMT)
- Liverpool host Forest (afternoon)
- Bournemouth v West Ham (afternoon)
- Wolves host Palace (standard kickoff)
- Brentford travel to Brighton (afternoon)
- Fulham host Sunderland (standard kickoff)
- Newcastle v Man City (late kickoff)
- Villa visit Elland Road (Sun afternoon)
- Spurs visit the Emirates (Sunday late kickoff)
- Man United v Everton (Mon evening kickoff)
Tactical Focus on Howe
The Magpies could potentially be in the bottom three if they lose against City and other matches in other games go against them.
The statistics aren't great for Eddie Howe, who has failed to secure victory Pep Guardiola in 18 past Premier League matches.
His record against Pep stands at two tied games and sixteen defeats from their past encounters.
"We've improved and certainly I've seen a significant progress from us," said Burnley manager Scott Parker. "We need to work on small details at this current stage."
The resumption of English football action comes after a dramatic FIFA window that saw memorable moments including the Scottish team's dramatic success for the international competition.
