Manchester City is aiming for a perfect Champions League group stage as they face Crvena Zvezda in Serbia. The Blues, seeking three points to achieve a flawless record, are hindered by the absence of four key players.

Ederson

Issue: IllnessDetails: Ederson is expected to miss the match due to illness, with Stefan Ortega likely to make his fifth appearance of the season.Potential return date: December 16 vs Crystal Palace

Erling Haaland

ιnjury: FootDetails: Initially feared to have a strеss fracture, Haaland’s ιnjury is confirmed as a strеss issue. Guardiola hopes for his return in time for the Club World Cup.Potential return date: December 19 vs Urawa Reds or Leon

Jeremy Doku

ιnjury: LegDetails: Doku, missing recent games, is expected to return within a fortnight. Careful recovery is emphasized due to the nature of his muscular issue.Potential return date: December 16 vs Crystal Palace

Kevin De Bruyne

ιnjury: HamstringDetails: De Bruyne’s return is being managed cautiously, with a potential comeback in weeks rather than months. The Club World Cup might be too soon for the Belgian.Potential return date: January