Manchester City manager Enzo Maresca has confirmed that Erling Haaland is fit and available for selection following an injury scare during the international break.
The 26-year-old footballer was spotted limping off the pitch during Norway’s 2-1 loss to Portugal last week. raises doubts about his health He goes to the game against Liverpool on Sunday.
However, speaking at the pre-match press conference, Maresca confirmed that Haaland had not suffered any ill effects and that he is fighting for the upcoming games:
“He’s fine. He went to Marbella, rested for two or three days, played golf. He’s recovered a bit. He’s ready for Anfield. He’s fine, the players think: international teams, rest for a few days and go again. He’s been fine.”
Semenyo is also ready to return
Maresca was not asked about Antoine Semenon’s fitness, but the Ghanaian was spotted in training this week, confirming he has recovered from an ankle injury.
Semenyo was forced to withdraw from international duty after raising the issue during last month’s 5-3 win over Sunderland.
The presence of both Haaland and Semenyo will be a big boost for Maresca. They combined 9 of 18 goals scored by “City” this season.
More Man City injury news
There is no update on Nico O’Reilly’s injury while playing for England. The 21-year-old started the 3-2 defeat to Spain at Wembley but was forced off shortly afterwards.
O’Reilly returned to his club to undergo more medical tests, but Maresca was not asked any questions about his health during the press conference, with other issues being the focus of reporters’ questions.
Josko Guardiol has been named to start at left-back ahead of O’Reilly in recent games and the Croatia international will retain his place when the Cityzens take on Liverpool at Anfield this weekend.
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