Man City star news: Guardiola missing key striker ahead of Newcastle clash, Ilkay Gundogan available

Manchester City are back in action in the Premier League when they take on Newcastle United on Saturday.

Pep Guardiola’s side will be desperate to return to winning ways this weekend after suffering their first league defeat of the season against Liverpool.

The Citizens are currently league leaders with 62 points after 23 games. City are 12 points ahead of second-placed Manchester United.

Monday night’s clash takes place at the Liberty Stadium while kick-off is scheduled for 20:00 (GMT).

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Man City Team News: 

Guardiola will be unable to call upon star striker Gabriel Jesus who is still recovering from a knee injury. England international Fabian Delph is also sidelined due to a knee problem.

Meanwhile, Vincent Kompany is a major doubt due to a reoccurring calf injury.

Germany international of Turkish decent Ilkay Gundogan is available for selection once again. The 26-year-old has established himself as a first-team regular after recovering from a serious knee injury over the summer.