Manchester City: Fox hunting at the Etihad

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BURNLEY, ENGLAND – FEBRUARY 03: Bernardo Silva of Manchester City runs with the ball under pressure from Charlie Taylor of Burnley during the Premier League match between Burnley and Manchester City at Turf Moor on February 3, 2018 in Burnley, England. (Photo by Clive Brunskill/Getty Images) /

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Again, as with the midfielders, this is tricky. Both Leroy Sane and Gabriel Jesus are out with injury and so that leaves Sergio Aguero as the only recognised striker. Pep has said that he will have to rely on Aguero until Jesus returns, which should be later this month.

So, with that said, Sergio starts. Unless Pep wants to put Raheem Sterling in as a false number nine, which given his recent miss, I’d suggest he doesn’t. That said, the English winger will start on the right. Pep certainly will forgive some mistakes, and the guys record this season so far is comparable to any other player in his position.

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On the left, although switching with Raheem, is Bernardo. The Portuguese Pixie has been picking up form over recent weeks with his increased participation. Great ball control and ability to run at players he’s a good enough choice for that position.

Also look for Foden and Diaz on the bench to potentially get run outs if the result starts to go in the home sides favor.