Overview
- Erling Haaland, Manchester City's top scorer, has been sidelined due to a 'bone-stress reaction' in his foot.
- Haaland's injury was confirmed after Manchester City's defeat against Aston Villa, and he missed the subsequent match against Luton Town.
- Manchester City's manager, Pep Guardiola, has not provided a specific timeline for Haaland's return, stating it will be assessed on a 'day-by-day' basis.
- Despite the injury, Guardiola hopes that Haaland will be fit for City’s first game at the Club World Cup in Saudi Arabia, on 19 December.
- Haaland's absence is a significant blow for Manchester City, which is currently struggling to end a run of four Premier League games without a win.