Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has provided an update on the fitness levels within his squad, indicating that Norwegian striker Erling Haaland is yet to resume training with the team. Guardiola, who oversees the Premier League club, has expressed caution regarding the return of key players to full training.
Haaland’s Recovery Progress
Erling Haaland, the prolific attacker from Norway, is still on the sidelines and has not rejoined squad training sessions. His absence is notable for Manchester City as he is a significant figure in their attacking lineup.
De Bruyne Nearing Return
In contrast, Belgian midfielder Kevin de Bruyne is closer to making a comeback. Guardiola has noted that De Bruyne may be the nearest to returning to action but stressed the importance of careful management of his recovery process. The manager expressed satisfaction with De Bruyne’s training progress and acknowledged the necessity of the break he had taken.
As the team navigates through the challenges of injuries, Guardiola’s cautious approach aims to ensure that players like Haaland and De Bruyne are fully fit before rejoining the high-intensity environment of Premier League football.