Liverpool and Manchester City Team News Ahead of Premier League Clash
Liverpool head coach Andoni Iraola has confirmed that forwards Cody Gakpo and Alex Isak will miss the upcoming Premier League match against Manchester City due to injuries sustained during the international break. Conversely, Manchester City manager Enzo Maresca stated that striker Erling Haaland is fit to play, though Phil Foden remains unavailable for the visitors due to suspension.
Key points
- Cody Gakpo and Alex Isak are ruled out for Liverpool with ankle and thigh injuries respectively.
- Erling Haaland is confirmed fit for Manchester City after a precautionary withdrawal during the international break.
- Phil Foden is unavailable for Manchester City due to a suspension.
- Liverpool's Andoni Iraola is considering options including Bradley Barcola and Fede Chiesa to fill attacking roles.
- Conor Bradley, Giovanni Leoni, and Hugo Ekitike remain long-term absentees for Liverpool.
What happened
Liverpool and Manchester City have provided injury and availability updates ahead of their upcoming Premier League fixture at Anfield. Liverpool will be without forwards Cody Gakpo and Alex Isak, while Manchester City will be missing Phil Foden through suspension.
Team or player details
Liverpool head coach Andoni Iraola confirmed Gakpo is dealing with an ankle injury, while Isak has a muscle injury in his thigh. Iraola noted that while neither injury appears long-term, both players will not be ready for Sunday. The squad also remains without long-term absentees Conor Bradley, Giovanni Leoni, and Hugo Ekitike.
For Manchester City, manager Enzo Maresca confirmed Erling Haaland is available for selection. Haaland had been withdrawn during Norway's final international match as a precaution but has since recovered. Phil Foden is confirmed to be missing the match due to suspension, and Nico O'Reilly is also unavailable following a fitness issue during the international break.
What's next
Liverpool is evaluating potential replacements for the final third, with Iraola highlighting the versatility of Bradley Barcola and the potential return of Fede Chiesa, who has been training with a small group. The team aims to field a competitive XI despite the current personnel challenges.
