Manchester City team news: Injury, suspension list vs. 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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Possible return date: Unknown

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