In the middle of the FIFA Club World Cup semi-final, the worst news that Pep Guardiola receives

Manchester City faces Urawa Reds in a match corresponding to the semi-final of the 2023 Club World Cup. This is the English team's first appearance in this competition because they had never won the UEFA Champions League until last season. However, despite being one of the big favorites to win this tournament, tough news is revealed for the club.

Manchester City's Norwegian forward Erling Haaland, injured in his foot, is not present this Tuesday for the 2023 Club World Cup semi-final between the 'Citizens' and the Japanese Urawa Red, in Jeddah (Saudi Arabia). However, according to journalist Jack Gohan, the forward would not be considered for a hypothetical final either. In fact, De Bruyne and Jeremy Doku are also ruled out.

Given the more than likely absence of Haaland, the Argentine Julian Alvarez would have the chance to position himself as a center forward. Jack Grealish and Phil Foden would accompany him in the attacking trio. "We are motivated to be here and play in this competition. Most of us have not won it and the Club has never done so. We want to do it. First we have to beat Urawa Red Diamonds and we will prepare well to do so," concluded the coach. citizen.

De Bruyne returned, but he wouldn't play either

Belgian midfielder Kevin De Bruyne returned to team training on Monday for the first time since suffering a hamstring injury in August, but is not among those registered for the semi-final, as is his also injured compatriot, winger Jeremy Doku. . However, the news that the Belgian's return is very close is something extremely positive for Manchester City in their intention to repeat last year's feat.