Potential Manchester City Starting XI against Wolverhampton Wanderers
Potential Manchester City Starting XI against Wolverhampton Wanderers
Rodri, a crucial player in City's setup, received a red card for violent conduct in their previous win against Nottingham Forest. As a result, he will serve the second game of his domestic suspension, having missed the midweek EFL Cup loss to Newcastle.
Furthermore, Pep Guardiola will have to make do without the injured trio of Kevin De Bruyne (hamstring), John Stones (muscle), and Bernardo Silva (leg). However, Mateo Kovacic, who was out with a back muscle issue, made his return for the Newcastle defeat.
Guardiola is expected to field several regular first-team players on Saturday after making eight changes in the midweek game. This will include goalkeeper Ederson and defensive pair Kyle Walker and Ruben Dias, with Stefan Ortega, Rico Lewis, and Sergio Gomez likely to be replaced.
In the absence of Rodri, Kovacic could be partnered in central midfield by former Wolves player Matheus Nunes. However, Kalvin Phillips, who started in the midweek fixture, will be eager for another opportunity in the Premier League this weekend.
Despite Julian Alvarez featuring in the last seven games for Manchester City, it is anticipated that he will provide support in attack for Erling Haaland, who had a remarkable scoring record against Wolves last season. The remaining positions on the flanks will be contested by Jack Grealish, Jeremy Doku, and Phil Foden.
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