Man City team news: Pep Guardiola missing star defender while Spain international playmaker remains a doubt

Man City will be looking to continue their unbeaten run of form when they take on Bournemouth in the Premier League this weekend

The Citizens have won 17 games and draw one of their 18 league games this season and sit at the top of the table with 52 points.

A victory for Pep Guardiola’s side could increase their lead over second-placed Man United to 14 points.

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Man City team news:

Germany international Ilkay Gundogan is available for selection after making back-to-back starts for the Citizens for the first time in over ten months.

Star playmaker David Silva is a major doubt for this weeks clash after missing the last two matches due to personal reasons. City boss Pep Guardiola was unable to confirm the Spain international’s return during the pre-game press conference.

Meanwhile, star defender Vincent Kompany will miss the Bournemouth clash with a muscle injury. Fellow defenders John Stones and Benjamin Mendy are also sidelined with injuries.