In what might be considered a predictable turn of events, reports suggest that Erling Haaland is expected to be in prime condition to face Liverpool in the upcoming weekend clash, following a minor injury scare during international duty.
The Norwegian striker, who had joined a list of injury doubts for the highly anticipated top-of-the-table match at the Etihad against Liverpool, is now believed to be on track for a swift recovery. While several key players, including Ederson, Nathan Ake, Mateo Kovacic, Matheus Nunes, Kevin De Bruyne, John Stones, and Sergio Gomez, were initially cast under a cloud of doubt, it seems Haaland’s injury is deemed “not serious.”
Renowned football journalist Fabrizio Romano has indicated that the prolific No. 9 is expected to be available for selection against Liverpool. This news comes as a relief for Manchester City fans, who may have feared the worst given the star-studded list of uncertainties leading up to the pivotal fixture.
However, Liverpool is not without its own fitness challenges, with Andy Robertson, Thiago, and Stefan Bajcetic nursing long-term injuries. On the brighter side, the Reds anticipate the return of Curtis Jones, Ryan Gravenberch, Ibrahima Konate, and Joe Gomez, all of whom faced fitness issues leading into the international break.
As the Premier League titans prepare for a showdown with potential title implications, Jurgen Klopp’s side remains undeterred in their quest to keep pace with last season’s treble winners. The clash promises high stakes, not least because Liverpool will need to bring their A-game to contend with the ever-dangerous Erling Haaland, a scenario that football enthusiasts worldwide anticipated. The stage is set for a thrilling encounter as two football giants vie for supremacy on Saturday.
