Pep Guardiola has confirmed that Erling Haaland is fit and available for Manchester City's Premier League match against Newcastle United. The striker was substituted at half-time during City's 3-0 win over Fulham earlier this month due to a minor niggle, and subsequently missed the FA Cup victory against Salford City.
Haaland returned to training this week and Guardiola's nod in response to a question about his fitness indicated he is ready to play. However, the City boss faces other injury concerns, with winger Jeremy Doku ruled out due to a calf injury sustained in January, while Savinho is set to return from a quad issue.
Guardiola noted that the team has benefited from a brief rest period. 'It's important the players are revitalised, we've had a few days off. The players are really good. They trained good in the past few days,' he said.
The manager also praised January signing Antoine Semenyo, who has scored four goals in his first five matches since joining from Bournemouth. 'It's not just about scoring a lot of goals, the players who play up front are so important. Versatility to play many positions up front and in the three. His impact has been really good,' Guardiola added.
