Haaland Out of Swansea Cup Tie as Rodri Remains Sidelined, Khusanov Poised for Minutes

City are taking a cautious approach with key players after recent muscular problems.

Overview

Pep Guardiola said Rodri is still not ready, noting he has only partially returned to training and has no confirmed return date.
Erling Haaland was ruled out of the Carabao Cup fourth round at Swansea after a knock at Villa Park, with his condition being monitored day by day.
Abdukodir Khusanov is available for a limited role, with Guardiola indicating the defender is ready to play a few minutes against Swansea.
Nico Gonzalez has recovered from a minor issue and made his comeback as a second-half substitute in the defeat to Aston Villa.
Manchester City’s 1-0 loss at Villa Park ended a nine-game unbeaten run as attention turns to the trip to Swansea in the Carabao Cup.