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Premier League | Gameweek 21
Jan 1, 2022 at 12.30pm UK
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Manchester City team news: Injury, suspension list vs. Arsenal

Sports Mole rounds up all of Manchester City's latest injury and suspension news ahead of the Premier League fixture with Arsenal.

Manchester City will be looking to strengthen their grip on first position in the Premier League table when they head to Arsenal on New Year's Day.

The Citizens recorded a 1-0 victory over Brentford on Wednesday night courtesy of a first-half effort from Phil Foden.

Pep Guardiola's side are now eight points clear of second-placed Chelsea at the top of the table.

Here, Sports Mole rounds up all of Man City's injury and suspension news ahead of the contest with the Gunners, who occupy fourth spot in the division.


Kyle Walker

Manchester City's Kyle Walker pictured on September 25, 2021© Reuters

Status: Minor doubt
Type of injury: Fitness
Possible return date: January 1 (vs. Arsenal)

Kyle Walker has recently been absent due to a lack of fitness, but the England international could be back in the fold against the Gunners.


John Stones

John Stones in action for Man City on February 7, 2021© Reuters

Status: Major doubt
Type of injury: Fitness
Possible return date: January 1 (vs. Arsenal)

Like Walker, John Stones also missed out against Brentford due to fitness concerns, but he could potentially be back in the squad this weekend.


Rodri

Manchester City's Rodri celebrates after the match against Watford on December 4, 2021© Lime Pictures

Status: Minor doubt
Type of injury: Fitness
Possible return date: January 1 (vs. Arsenal)

Rodri was also absent on Wednesday night due to not being 'fully fit', and it is unclear whether the Spain international will be back for this match.


MAN CITY'S SUSPENSION LIST

Benjamin Mendy

Manchester City's Benjamin Mendy with manager Pep Guardiola after being substituted on August 15, 2021© Reuters

Possible return date: Unknown

Subject to a police charge, Benjamin Mendy remains suspended by the Citizens.


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