Manchester City and Arsenal Grapple with Player Fitness Ahead of Title-Defining Match

Manchester City is set to face Arsenal in a crucial Premier League match but both teams are dealing with key player fitness concerns following the international break. Manchester City defenders Kyle Walker and John Stones are doubtful due to injuries suffered while on England duty while Manuel Akanji availability is uncertain.

However, goalkeeper Ederson is expected to return. On the attacking front, Erling Haaland and Kevin De Bruyne are likely to feature. For Arsenal, Bukayo Saka and Gabriel Magalhaes are nursing injuries but Takehiro Tomiyasu and Thomas Partey could be available. Gabriel Martinelli is also recovering from a foot injury.