Fresh Erling Haaland Injury Update Gives Pep Guardiola a Major Boost Ahead of Liverpool Clash

Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola might have received the best possible news tonight. City will take on Liverpool in a high-profile encounter this Saturday. While there were speculations about Haaland‘s availability for the game, the latest update about Erling Haaland will put a smile on Guardiola’s face.

The Manchester City number nine took a blow to his ankle on his outing against the Faroe Islands. The player had to be taken off the field following the injury. Manchester City might have been in a tough spot following the player’s injury, but it seems like the team has nothing to worry about. Liverpool’s defense would hope to keep him at bay!

Journalist provides fresh update on Erling Haaland

Manchester City star Erling Haaland forced a frown on Pep Guardiola’s face after they reported that the player had taken a blow to his ankle. The Norwegian has struggled with ankle issues, and an extended break would have been a big issue for Guardiola’s men.

However, it seems like Haaland has recovered from his injury, with the blow nothing serious. According to a journalist talking to Manchester City News, the player will be ready for the game against Liverpool. “Haaland’s a funny one as well, because he didn’t seem too bad. You know, there was a bit of a scare around his fitness. Then you know I was speaking to someone in Norway, who said no no. They kind of seem reassured about it.”

Manchester City will surely rely on Erling Haaland for the upcoming fixture against Liverpool. The Norwegian striker has been the top scorer in the Premier League so far this season, with thirteen goals to his name.

Manchester City looks to extend their unbeaten streak to five games

Pep Guardiola and his men have done a fine job bouncing back from their defeats against Arsenal and Wolves. The side is currently unbeaten in their last four Premier League games and will look to extend the streak to five games as they host Liverpool at the Etihad Stadium.

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City is currently on the top of the table with 28 points from 12 games. The side is just a point ahead of Jurgen Klopp’s Liverpool, who ranks second with 27 points. Both sides will look to bag the three points from the fixture, as the winner will occupy the first place on the points table.

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