Erling Haaland has travelled with the rest of the Manchester City squad for their key Premier League showdown with Arsenal despite major doubts over his fitness.
The Norwegian striker was withdrawn at half-time during Pep Guardiola’s side’s 3-1 victory over Aston Villa after sustaining a knock to his ankle. Guardiola revealed after the full-time whistle that his substitution was a precaution - particularly with their crucial showdown with the Gunners to come only a few days later.
"He had a big knock, he was uncomfortable,” Guardiola said. “We didn't want to take a risk and we will assess the next days how he does."
