Liverpool injury latest and team news ahead of Manchester City clash

straight to your inboxSergio Aguero says he is itching to get back on the pitch after a long absence after he was handed a first Manchester City start for four months.Aguero last started in City's reverse fixture against West Ham, but was substituted at half time as his managed return from injury suffered another setback that saw him miss much of the following four months.

straight to your inboxOwen Hargreaves has claimed Gabriel Jesus is "the best reserve centre-forward in the world" and likened the Manchester City striker to Roberto Firmino.The Brazilian striker has often played second-fiddle to Sergio Aguero since arriving at the Etihad Stadium. However, despite Aguero's injuries, Jesus has still found himself regularly rotated, with Pep Guardiola often playing Kevin de Bruyne, Raheem Sterling or Bernardo Silva as a "false nine".

straight to your inboxIlkay Gundogan has explained how he subconsciously adapted his game to help Manchester City cope with the loss of Kevin de Bruyne.The Belgian international made his return to Premier League action after several weeks out injured against Arsenal on Sunday.Without De Bruyne, Gundogan filled his shoes by playing in a more attacking role, which saw him score six goals in the six matches that his teammate was absent for."I think it's just something that comes automatically,

straight to your inboxMicah Richards has admitted that Pep Guardiola and Manchester City's decision to not sign a striker ahead of this season has proved the pundit wrong.Guardiola has made some unpopular decisions during his time at the club, including dropping Sergio Aguero and Joe Hart when he first arrived. However, the City boss has consistently been proven right throughout his City tenure, and this season, his managerial prowess has once again been highlighted.

straight to your inbox every day for freeFormer Manchester United midfielder Owen Hargreaves drew comparisons between Bruno Fernandes and Manchester City's Kevin De Bruyne following the Reds' win against Real Sociedad.The 26-year-old Fernandes led the way once again last night as he scored a decisive double during United's superb 4-0 victory in Turin.With further strikes coming from Marcus Rashford and Daniel James, Fernandes and co already have one foot in the last-16 of the Europa League ahead

straight to your inboxSergio Aguero says he is prepared to play the waiting game on a decision regarding his Manchester City future.The 32-year-old, who has scored over 250 goals for the club - including 180 in the Premier League - since arriving from Atletico Madrid in 2011, is out of contract in the summer.

straight to your inboxNot only were Manchester City buoyed by the return of Kevin De Bruyne to training on Tuesday, but there was another injury boost as Fernandinho looks to have taken a step closer towards his return. The club captain has missed the last two fixtures with 'niggles', with his absence more precautionary than anything else, and the Brazilian joined De Bruyne in training at the City Football Academy before they take on Everton tonight.

straight to your inboxKevin De Bruyne has returned to full training for Manchester City as he steps up his recovery from injury - but Ilkay Gundogan has been ruled out of the upcoming Everton fixture this week. Talisman De Bruyne has missed City's last seven outings after suffering an injury in last month's win over Aston Villa, with Pep Guardiola placing a 'four to six week' timeframe on his absence.

straight to your inboxManchester City have coped just fine without Kevin De Bruyne, with their Premier League winning streak currently stretched to 10 matches after Sunday's impressive 4-1 victory over the holders, Liverpool.However, ahead of an impending return to action for the 29-year-old and despite City's relentless form, Pep Guardiola will be well aware of what the Belgian offers to his team, as he ticks boxes that other teammates don't.Players are responsible for adding different elements

straight to your inboxKevin De Bruyne has returned to individual training as he continues to recover from injury.Manchester City have been without their talisman for the last five games since picking up an injury in the 2-0 win over Aston Villa three weeks ago.

straight to your inboxPep Guardiola has no fresh injury concerns ahead of Manchester City's FA Cup tie at Swansea. Sergio Aguero played some part in a training session on Monday for the first time in a month after his recent Covid-related absences but is still not close enough to a return for the manager to be able to give a date on when he might be back with the first team.

straight to your inboxJurgen Klopp has confirmed that Sadio Mane, Fabinho and Alisson are back in training for Liverpool, whilst Ozan Kabak is available after receiving international clearances.All four players missed Liverpool's defeat to Brighton & Hove Albion on Wednesday night but could make a return against Manchester City this weekend.City come into the match without Sergio Aguero, Kevin de Bruyne and Nathan Ake themselves but will be confident of extending their 13-match unbeaten Premier

straight to your inboxManchester City will have to try to win the Premier League without a prolific goalscorer this season, Pep Guardiola has come to accept.Sergio Aguero has suffered a number of setbacks in his attempts to return from a knee problem that kept him out of the beginning of the campaign, while Gabriel Jesus has just three league goals to his name after another frustrating season.

straight to your inbox Sergio Aguero is still “a few weeks” away from Manchester City return despite getting a lean bill of health following Covid-19. The Blues’ all-time goalscorer has not played since October and has not scored in the Premier League for over a year after injury and illness wrecked his season.

straight to your inboxManchester City could go to the top of the Premier League with a win against West Brom on Tuesday, albeit temporarily, with rivals Manchester United in action on Wednesday.City will be without Kevin De Bruyne, Sergio Aguero, Nathan Ake and Kyle Walker for the trip to The Hawthorns this midweek, with Ruben Dias and John Stones set to start once again in the centre of City's defence.Bernardo Silva should drop into midfield alongside Ilkay Gundogan and Rodri, whilst Phil

direct to your inboxManchester City will have to cope without Kevin De Bruyne for the next month or so as they challenge for honours on all fronts.De Bruyne has been ruled out for between four and six weeks due to a hamstring injury he suffered during the victory over Aston Villa. It is a significant blow for City, just as their campaign is gathering some momentum.

straight to your inboxPep Guardiola could call two academy players up for Manchester City's FA Cup trip to Cheltenham, and use the opportunity to bring back a number of players from injury or the fringes.With Kyle Walker, Sergio Aguero and Kevin De Bruyne out, Guardiola might have to alter some of his plans against the League Two minnows.

straight to your inboxPep Guardiola has challenged his Manchester City players to find another irreplaceable quality to make up for losing Kevin De Bruyne.City's talented playmaker could be missing for up to six weeks with the hamstring injury he picked up against Aston Villa in midweek in what has been the biggest setback to their season since the major Covid outbreak in the squad last month.However, the Blues found a way to win without him on Wednesday and are in excellent form in the Premier