Manchester City Squad Update Ahead of Wolves Premier League Opener

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has confirmed the latest injury and fitness news ahead of Saturday’s opening Premier League fixture against Wolves at Molineux.

Josko Gvardiol and Mateo Kovacic remain unavailable due to injuries, with Kovacic continuing his recovery from Achilles surgery and Gvardiol sidelined with an unspecified problem. Savinho, who is the subject of interest from Tottenham Hotspur, will also miss the match after sustaining an injury in last week’s friendly against Palermo.

Rodri and Phil Foden are both fit and will be included in the travelling squad. Rodri has been gradually returning from a knee issue following a previous ACL injury, and Guardiola has indicated the midfielder will be eased back into action to prevent setbacks.

Ederson will not be involved due to fitness concerns. The 31-year-old goalkeeper’s future remains uncertain amid reports of advanced talks with Galatasaray.

New signing Rayan Ait-Nouri is expected to make his Premier League debut for City against his former club.

FAQ

• Which players are unavailable? – Gvardiol, Kovacic, Savinho, and Ederson.
• Who has returned to fitness? – Rodri and Phil Foden.
• What is the status of Rodri? – Fit to play but will be managed carefully.
• Any notable debuts? – Rayan Ait-Nouri is in line to face Wolves.

Conclusion

Manchester City start their Premier League campaign with several key absentees but welcome back Rodri and Foden. The fixture also offers a potential debut for Ait-Nouri in a reunion with Wolves.