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Manchester City could be without up to five key players for Sunday’s Manchester derby meeting with Manchester United.
Sunday’s match at Old Trafford will see both teams missing players, with the points needed more by the visitors.
Manchester City currently sit in fifth after Chelsea’s victory over Tottenham Hotspur on Thursday night, and could drop to sixth should Newcastle win on Monday.
Manchester United have little to play for in the Premier League, but will hope to win the derby to complete the double over their noisy neighbours.
United have been plagued by injury issues this season, and will continue to be without a number of players.
Ayden Heaven, Lisandro Martinez, Luke Shaw and Amad Diallo are expected to be unavailable for the clash, while Matthijs de Ligt could also be missing after appearing to turn his ankle against Nottingham Forest.
Ruben Amorim’s team could be boosted by the return of midfielder Kobbie Mainoo, however, who is returning to full training this week.
Manchester City could be without five players on the day, though, in a boost to United’s chances.
Balon D’or winner Rodri is still unavailable after rupturing his ACL earlier in the season, and Nathan Ake remains sidelined with an ankle injury.
And the defensive problems continue for Pep Guardiola, with John Stones and Manuel Akanji also ruled out.
Star striker Erling Haaland will also miss the game, after suffering an injury against Bournemouth in the FA Cup.
Victory for Manchester United would mark the first time they have completed the double over their city rivals since the 2019/20 season.
The win at the Etihad in December is a highlight of Amorim’s time at the club so far, with Amad Diallo’s stoppage time winner providing a special moment for the away fans in attendance.
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