Guardiola remains without a host of defenders, including Nathan Ake, John Stones and Manuel Akanji, plus Ballon d’Or winner Rodri. Oscar Bobb will hope to be involved for the first time since August after training and being involved in a behind-the-scenes friendly since recovering from a broken leg.

Manchester United return to action for the first time in just over two weeks as they face Premier League high-flyers Nottingham Forest at the City Ground tonight. Ruben Amorim’s side were in good form going into the international break and they’ll be hopeful that 16 days without a competitive fixture doesn’t halt their momentum in their bid to climb up the table.