Ozan Kabak in action for Schalke on November 28, 2020
Five talking points ahead of this weekend's Premier League action
Elsewhere, suffering Southampton face Newcastle and Tottenham look to get back on the goal trail against leaky West Brom.
Feb 5, 13:26
Jamie Carragher pictured in December 2018
Jamie Carragher: 'Liverpool would shake on top-four finish now'
Liverpool legend Jamie Carragher thinks that the champions would happily accept a top-four finish now after their disappointing 2020-21 Premier League campaign.
Feb 5, 13:25
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola pictured on January 23, 2021
Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola planning tactical switch for Liverpool game?
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola is reportedly considering a switch to a 3-5-2 in the hope of recording an emphatic victory over Liverpool on Sunday.
Feb 4, 23:46
Erling Braut Haaland in action for Borussia Dortmund on February 2, 2021
Man City 'looking to steal a march on rivals in Erling Braut Haaland pursuit'
Manchester City are reportedly ready to table a £100m bid for Erling Braut Haaland this summer rather than wait until 2022, when his £68m release clause becomes active.
Feb 4, 23:08
Lionel Messi in action for Barcelona on January 3, 2021
Lionel Messi 'keeping Paris Saint-Germain, Manchester City waiting over talks'
Barcelona's Lionel Messi has reportedly not entered into any form of discussions with Paris Saint-Germain or Manchester City over a move to either club.
Feb 4, 18:11
Sergio Aguero in action for Manchester City on December 15, 2020
Sergio Aguero 'wants to join Barcelona this summer'
Manchester City forward Sergio Aguero wants to join Barcelona on a free transfer, according to a report.
Feb 4, 13:52
Manchester City forward Raheem Sterling pictured on January 17, 2021
Raheem Sterling: 'Squad unity is helping us'
Victory away to Burnley on Wednesday night made it 13 wins on the bounce in all competitions.
Feb 4, 11:06
Sergio Aguero in action for Manchester City on December 15, 2020
Manchester City team news: Injury, suspension list vs. Liverpool
Sports Mole rounds up all of Manchester City's latest injury and suspension news ahead of their Premier League clash with Liverpool on Sunday afternoon.
Feb 4, 09:02
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola pictured on January 10, 2021
Pep Guardiola: 'We must focus on the next match'
The Manchester City boss admits his players will not get much time to enjoy their comfortable win at Burnley.
Feb 3, 21:18
Manchester City's Gabriel Jesus scores against Burnley in the Premier League on February 3, 2021
Manchester City breeze past Burnley to extend winning run
It was routine stuff for a City side in ominous form going into Sunday's meeting with Liverpool.
Feb 3, 20:09
Manchester City winger Riyad Mahrez pictured on July 8, 2020
Algeria boss Djamel Belmadi: 'Riyad Mahrez is not happy at Manchester City'
Algeria boss Djamel Belmadi claims that Riyad Mahrez 'is not happy' at Manchester City due to his playing situation.
Feb 3, 17:52
Jack Grealish in action for Aston Villa on December 26, 2020
Gareth Barry urges Jack Grealish to choose Man City over Man United
Former Manchester City midfielder Gareth Barry wants to see Aston Villa's Jack Grealish work under Pep Guardiola at the Etihad Stadium one day.
Feb 2, 23:56
Jack Grealish in action for Aston Villa on January 1, 2021
Dean Smith: 'Jack Grealish is out of this world'
The 25-year-old has had nine assists and scored six goals in the Premier League this season.
Feb 2, 22:46
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola pictured on January 23, 2021
Pep Guardiola: 'Man City have goals all over the pitch'
City have been without their record goalscorer Sergio Aguero for much of the season.
Feb 2, 22:42
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola pictured on January 23, 2021
Pep Guardiola: 'I would give up trophies for the chance to play again'
The Spaniard has won 29 cups as a manager but would rather be playing at the top level.
Feb 2, 17:02
Sergio Aguero in action for Manchester City on December 15, 2020
Sergio Aguero still "a few weeks" away from Man City comeback
The Argentina striker has been self-isolating due to coronavirus.
Feb 2, 15:20
General view of Birmingham City's St Andrew's taken 2016
Birmingham snap up Manchester City striker Keyendrah Simmonds
The 19-year-old has signed until 2023.
Feb 1, 15:11
Kwadwo Baah celebrates scoring for Rochdale on January 12, 2021
Manchester City to sign Rochdale youngster Kwadwo Baah?
Manchester City are reportedly on the brink of announcing a deal for Rochdale youngster Kwadwo Baah.
Feb 1, 14:31
Sergio Aguero in action for Manchester City on December 15, 2020
How Manchester City could line up against Burnley
Sports Mole looks at how Manchester City could line up for Wednesday's Premier League trip to Burnley.
Feb 1, 11:28
Manchester City's Gabriel Jesus celebrates scoring their first goal with teammates on January 30, 2021
Preview:Burnley vs. Manchester City - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Wednesday's Premier League clash between Burnley and Manchester City, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Feb 1, 11:09
Manchester City's Bernardo Silva celebrates scoring against Aston Villa in the Premier League on January 20, 2021
Pep Guardiola: 'Bernardo Silva suffered after suspension'
City manager Pep Guardiola believes the controversial episode affected Bernardo Silva on and off the field.
Jan 31, 23:15
Sheffield United manager Chris Wilder pictured on January 2, 2021
Chris Wilder vows to use Pep Guardiola's praise of his side
The Yorkshire side fought hard at the Etihad Stadium and almost snatched a point late on.
Jan 31, 23:13
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola pictured on January 23, 2021
Pep Guardiola: 'We must stay focused amid winning run'
City chalked up their 12th-successive victory in all competitions on Saturday.
Jan 31, 12:17
Sergio Aguero in action for Manchester City on December 15, 2020
Manchester City team news: Injury, suspension list vs. Burnley
Sports Mole rounds up all of Manchester City's latest injury and suspension news ahead of Wednesday's Premier League clash with Burnley.
Jan 31, 09:52
Edin Dzeko in action for Bosnia-Herzegovina on September 4, 2020
Manchester City 'turn down chance to re-sign Roma's Edin Dzeko'
Manchester City reportedly turn down the opportunity to re-sign Edin Dzeko from Roma, with the striker going through a rough patch with manager Paulo Fonseca.
Jan 31, 09:27
Liverpool's Fabinho trudges off after suffering an injury against FC Midtjylland in the Champions League on October 27, 2020
Fabinho set to miss next two Liverpool matches
The Brazil international has been filling in as an auxiliary centre-back due to the long-term absences of Virgil Van Dijk and Joe Gomez.
Jan 30, 22:43
Manchester City's Gabriel Jesus celebrates scoring their first goal with teammates on January 30, 2021
Pep Guardiola believes Sheff Utd win was "toughest game" of the season
Gabriel Jesus scored the only goal as the leaders ground out their eighth successive win in the Premier League.
Jan 30, 19:02
Manchester City's Gabriel Jesus celebrates scoring their first goal with teammates on January 30, 2021
Gabriel Jesus's early goal enough for Man City against Sheffield United
Pep Guardiola's side clocked up their eighth successive win in the Premier League and kept their position at the top.
Jan 30, 17:13
General view of Manchester City's Etihad Stadium taken September 2018
Manchester City 'closing in on two Brazilian starlets'
Manchester City are reportedly closing in on the signings of Fluminense youngsters Kayky and Metinho.
Jan 30, 09:41
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola pictured on January 10, 2021
Manchester City bidding to set new all-time winning record against Sheffield United
Manchester City will attempt to set a new all-time winning record when they face Sheffield United on Saturday.
Jan 29, 23:39
Ilkay Gundogan celebrates scoring for Manchester City against West Bromwich Albion in the Premier League on January 26, 2021
Pep Guardiola: 'Ilkay Gundogan is special in front of goal'
The German midfielder has scored seven goals in his last 10 appearances for Manchester City.
Jan 29, 22:49
Erling Braut Haaland in action for Borussia Dortmund on January 16, 2021
Manchester City 'intent on signing a new striker this summer'
Manchester City will reportedly prioritise bringing a new striker to the Etihad Stadium this summer.
Jan 29, 19:48
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp pictured on January 4, 2021
Preview:West Ham United vs. Liverpool - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Sunday's Premier League clash between West Ham United and Liverpool, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Jan 29, 16:04
Sergio Aguero in action for Manchester City on December 15, 2020
Man City striker Sergio Aguero remains in self-isolation
The Manchester City striker feels better but has not been cleared to return to training.
Jan 29, 14:20
Sheffield United's Oliver Burke scores against Manchester United in the Premier League on January 27, 2021
Five talking points ahead of this weekend's Premier League fixtures
The big guns are targeting a successful weekend and there's a big game at the bottom of the table.
Jan 29, 13:22
Arsenal's Bukayo Saka pictured on January 2, 2021
Premier League Team of the Week - Sadio Mane, Riyad Mahrez, Bukayo Saka
Sports Mole selects its Premier League team of the week for gameweek 20, including Sadio Mane, Riyad Mahrez and Bukayo Saka.
Jan 29, 01:05
Ilkay Gundogan celebrates scoring for Manchester City against West Bromwich Albion in the Premier League on January 26, 2021
How Manchester City could line up against Sheffield United
Sports Mole looks at how Manchester City could line up for their Premier League clash with Sheffield United on Saturday afternoon.
Jan 28, 10:46
Ilkay Gundogan celebrates scoring for Manchester City against West Bromwich Albion in the Premier League on January 26, 2021
Preview:Manchester City vs. Sheffield United - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's Premier League clash between Manchester City and Sheffield United, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Jan 28, 10:25
Manchester City defender Eric Garcia pictured in August 2020
Eric Garcia 'agrees to play for free to seal Barcelona move'
Manchester City's Eric Garcia will forgo any wages for the remainder of the season should he join Barcelona this month, according to presidential candidate Victor Font.
Jan 28, 09:44
Manchester City defender Eric Garcia pictured in August 2020
Arsenal 'to battle Barcelona for Eric Garcia'
Manchester City centre-back Eric Garcia emerges as a target for Arsenal, according to a report.
Jan 27, 14:12
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