Overview
- After the FA Cup tie with Salford, Guardiola said Jeremy Doku is “close” to returning but has not yet rejoined full training.
- Savinho has reached the six‑week point of his quad layoff, impressed in recent sessions, and was held back from a brief cameo to avoid risk.
- Both wingers are being discussed as potential options for the February 21 home match against Newcastle, according to manager comments and local reporting.
- Erling Haaland missed Salford following a knock versus Fulham that Guardiola described as not a major issue, with a fitness update due before Newcastle.
- Josko Gvardiol remains out long term with a broken leg and Mateo Kovacic continues late‑stage rehabilitation, while youngster Max Alleyne departed the Salford match injured with no update on severity.