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Rounding up the best of what Premier League managers have to say ahead of the return to action this weekend following the international break.

That's all from our coverage of today's press conferences from the Premier League. Scroll below for updates from Manchester City, Arsenal, Liverpool, Chelsea, Tottenham and more.

Ollie Watkins has been passed fit to feature for Aston Villa this weekend.

Fulham coach Marco Silva has revealed they have just one injury concern going into this weekend's meeting with West Ham.

Crystal Palace boss Oliver Glasner has confirmed they will be without Trevoh Chalobah this weekend but there's better news for Adam Wharton.

However, Chadi Riad is set to be sidelined for two-three months.

Could Raheem Sterling make a dream debut in the derby? Early signs are encouraging.

Mikel Arteta has refused to rule Martin Ødegaard out of this weekend's north London derby despite great concerns over the injury he sustained on international duty.

Gabriel Jesus is back to fitness for the Gunners but they face a wait on Riccardo Calafiori.

Wolves boss Gary O'Neil has revealed Mario Lemina and Rayan Aït-Nouri are fitness doubts for this weekend's meeting with Newcastle.

O'Neil has also confirmed that Sam Johnstone will be his first choice goalkeeper and has sent a message to José Sá.

Along with Sancho, Carney Chukwuemeka may have a role to play (albeit a smaller one) at Stamford Bridge. That didn't look likely a few weeks ago...

Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca has suggested Jadon Sancho will have a big part to play under him this season.

Ange Postecoglou has revealed two key Spurs stars are likely to be available for this weekend's north London derby.

Arne Slot has also issued a fitness update on a trio of Liverpool players, including summer signing Federico Chiesa.

ICYMI earlier, Chelsea have been busy again. This time, tying striker Nicolas Jackson down to a two-year extension which will keep him at the club until 2033.

The trial into Manchester City's alleged breach of 115 charges is due to begin on Monday and the man in charge is happy it is finally set to get underway. He explains why.

There is some better fitness news for the champions prior to their meeting with Brentford.

Pep Guardiola has confirmed that Manchester City defender Nathan Aké faces at least a month on the sidelines after picking up another injury while on Netherlands duty.