Manchester City fans are anxiously waiting for an update on Erling Haaland’s fitness as their team prepares for a crucial Premier League clash against Tottenham on Wednesday night.
The Norwegian striker has been sidelined due to a knee issue and missed City’s last two games, including a 2-0 defeat to Liverpool.
Haaland suffered the injury in City’s dominant 4-0 win over Newcastle and has been dealing with discomfort ever since.
While he was on the bench against Real Madrid in the Champions League, he did not play. His absence against Liverpool was felt as City struggled in attack without their top goal scorer.
Guardiola gives injury update on Erling Haaland
Speaking in his pre-match press conference on Tuesday, City boss Pep Guardiola provided an update on Haaland’s condition.
“Tonight we will know after training,” Guardiola said. “I hope he will be fit, but I don’t know yet. He feels better, but he couldn’t play the last two games. We’ll see tomorrow.”
Guardiola also explained that while scans showed no serious injury, Haaland has not felt ready to return. “It’s his knee. The moment against Newcastle moved the knee. Apparently, he’s not injured because all the scans dictate that he’s fine, but he didn’t feel fine.”
City are currently fourth in the Premier League table, fighting to secure a Champions League spot for next season. With just five points separating them from 10th-placed Fulham, every match is crucial.
Haaland’s presence could make a big difference, especially with his 19 Premier League goals this season.
City fans will be hoping that their star striker is ready to return against Spurs. If not, Guardiola may have to continue relying on Omar Marmoush, City’s recent signing, to lead the attack.
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