Pep Guardiola has cast doubt on Erling Haaland's availability for Manchester City's upcoming Premier League clash with Crystal Palace, despite the striker returning to training. The City boss revealed that while Haaland, Kevin De Bruyne, and Jeremy Doku have resumed training, they may not be fit for the next few games.
Haaland has been sidelined for the last month with an ankle issue, while De Bruyne has not played since injuring his hamstring in the opening game of the season in August. Doku and John Stones have also been in the treatment room. Guardiola stressed the need for caution with De Bruyne, saying the midfielder needs to accumulate training minutes gradually to avoid a setback.
City face Huddersfield Town in the FA Cup third round on Sunday, followed by Premier League matches against Newcastle and Burnley in January. Guardiola confirmed that Rodri will miss the Huddersfield game for personal reasons after his grandfather passed away. Additionally, Bernardo Silva, Matheus Nunes, and Scott Carson are struggling with illness.
City are currently third in the Premier League, five points behind leaders Liverpool but with a game in hand. Guardiola's side have coped well without the injured quartet, winning the Club World Cup and staying in the title race.
