The latest news from Manchester City is encouraging some new hope around Liverpool fans as injuries mount for their Premier League title rivals.
It feels a little early in the season to be obsessively watching rival teams’ injury reports but Liverpool are in the midst of hot title race and need all the hope they can get. The latest news Manchester City is giving Reds a pep in their step.
Man City are set to be without top striker Sergio Aguero for tonight’s Premier League clash with Watford at Vicarage Road. The Argentinian missed out on Saturday in the win over Bournemouth but any hope he would make this game has since vanished.
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They are being very cautious with their striker as they have a huge game on Saturday against Chelsea at Stamford Bridge. These two away games could play a huge role in the direction of the title.
The Aguero injury comes on top of Man City missing Kevin de Bruyne with a ligament injury. the Belgian has missed nine games already. Benjamin Mendy recently had knee surgery and will be out until some time in the new year. Eliaquim Mangala is also a long-term absentee, ruled out until February.
While you would expect Manchester City to get the result they need against Watford with their depth, injuries and tiredness could play a part against Chelsea. Reds are hopeful that Chelsea can take some points off the league leaders.
Liverpool are set to make some changes midweek themselves with Sadio Mane struggling to be ready with a nasty cut on his foot. Andy Robertson may also be given a rest this week after coming away from the Merseyside Derby with a knock.
There are numerous rumors that Jurgen Klopp will also rest Roberto Firmino who has not been up to his usual pace and energy levels in recent weeks.