Reigning Premier League champions Manchester City commenced their 2024-25 UCL campaign on an underwhelming note. The Cityzens could only manage a 0-0 draw in their first Champions League fixture of the season against Inter Milan.

Ahead of Arsenal’s critical Premier League showdown with Manchester City, Mikel Arteta has addressed the potential absence of City’s star player, Kevin De Bruyne.De Bruyne is reportedly unlikely

Manchester City faces a new injury concern for Kevin de Bruyne ahead of a showdown with Premier League title rival Arsenal.

Manchester City could be without three players for Sunday’s gigantic showdown with Arsenal including talisman Kevin De Bruyne.

City are not believed to be battling any other new injury concerns aside from De Bruyne ahead of the visit of Arsenal, with versatile defender Nathan Ake still sidelined as a result of the thigh injury he suffered while away on international duty with the Netherlands earlier this month.

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola refused to rule Kevin De Bruyne out of Sunday's clash with Arsenal, saying he could yet be involved despite picking up an injury on Wednesday.

As Manchester City prepare for this vital matchup, the situation surrounding Kevin de Bruyne’s fitness remains uncertain, but his presence on the pitch could be the key to securing a significant three points against their title rivals.

The Belgian midfielder was forced off at half time in the Champions League draw against Inter Milan on Wednesday.

Manchester City will be looking to preserve their 100 per cent record in the Premier League this season when they face Arsenal at the Etihad Stadium on Sunday.

Kevin De Bruyne suffered an injury during Manchester City's UEFA Champions League draw against Inter Milan. Although it is not a serious setback, he is a doubt to face Arsenal.

The latest injury news from Manchester City before their Premier League showdown against title rivals Arsenal at the Etihad Stadium on Sunday afternoon (4.30pm).