- Enzo Maresca has provided an optimistic update on Erling Haaland following a knock sustained against Ipswich, revealing the striker could still feature in Manchester City’s Champions League clash against AEK Athens.
- Should Haaland be ruled out, Maresca stated that Phil Foden is one of several potential solutions to operate as a number nine, having previously played in that position.
- Winger Antoine Semenyo has been ruled out for eight weeks after suffering a collateral lower leg injury during the closing stages of Saturday's victory over Ipswich.
- Maresca expressed relief that scans showed Semenyo's diagnosis was less severe than initially feared, expecting the Ghanaian international to return to action around December.
- The manager confirmed that the remainder of his squad is largely fit and healthy, though losing Semenyo presents a tactical challenge for their upcoming fixtures.
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