It looks like there is no way to stop Manchester City. Every year, they find ways to win the Premier League despite getting into trouble during the competition. But this time it could get tough on them as they fight a congested spell again. Thanks to its new format, the English champions will play additional games in the UEFA Champions League.

Hence, the club might be worried about their players’ fitness, as they already have a few sidelined for the game against Brentford on Saturday. While the international break has concluded, the latest update about their defender Nathan Ake doesn’t stand well. However, what is the latest update about their best players from last season Phil Foden and Rodri?

Mixed injury news for Manchester City ahead of Brentford clash

It’s an important phase for Pep Guardiola and his men as they prepare to take a resilient Brentford. Although they have their main players Kevin De Bruyne and Erling Haaland for the game, the supporters’ expectation of Phil Foden’s return could be fulfilled tomorrow. According to reports, the 2023-24 FWA’s Player of the Season will play tomorrow after being sidelined with illness.

Meanwhile, Foden returned to the club’s training on Wednesday after missing out on England’s UEFA Nations League campaign. He was also claimed to be in discomfort by Pep in the game against Chelsea but is back being fit suggests the news. On the other hand, midfielder Rodri is also set for a comeback after missing the club’s 2024-25 spell until now.

The Spaniard had a glorious season last year winning the league and the 2024 Euro and went on an extended break after featuring. Rodri won the Euro 2024 Player of the Tournament and will aim to strengthen their midfield even more. In addition, Savinho is also expected to be fit after catching a knee injury before the West Ham match. But his spot in the starting XI remains uncertain after the return of Foden. Meanwhile, City will rue the blow to Nathan Ake.

Defensive blow for Guardiola during an important stage in the campaign

Even though Manchester City go in as favorites for Brentford, they will be without their left back Nathan Ake. Ake caught a hamstring injury in the international break against Germany going for the ball and was substituted in the first half itself. The Dutchman is expected to miss 7 games for the club and could be ready by next month. Although his absence may not impact the result tomorrow, the team from Manchester will need a good backup for this period of club soccer.

The team from Manchester will play 4 matches in the next 10 days, including a Champions League fixture against Inter Milan and a league game against Arsenal. Nevertheless, the injury list remains relatively low compared to other teams and Guardiola will be happier than a few rival managers. And as the campaign continues, it will be interesting to see how the Spanish manager rotates his squad.