With just seven points from five games, City sit ninth in the table and will hope Erling Haaland’s return sparks a turnaround.
Burnley, 16th with four points from six matches, arrive on the back of consecutive defeats. Manager Scott Parker faces a tough challenge against a City side unbeaten in their last eight meetings with the Clarets.
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Elsewhere, Chelsea welcome Brighton to Stamford Bridge as Mauricio Pochettino’s men look to continue their unbeaten home run. The Blues, sixth with nine points, edged Newcastle last time out and appear to be finding rhythm despite injury setbacks. Cole Palmer and Raheem Sterling are expected to lead the attack. Brighton, 14th with five points, have struggled for consistency and are still chasing a first away win of the season under Roberto De Zerbi.
Source: Punch
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