Manchester City News
By Srinivas Sadhanand
Published on 2024-08-13 05:30:00
With more senior players returning to training, Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola may field his strongest XI against Chelsea. The inclusion of Rico Lewis, Oscar Bobb, James McAtee, or Nico O’Reilly in the starting lineup after their contributions in the latest win against Manchester United remains uncertain. However, Lewis and Bobb have a higher chance of starting due to their experience as first-team players. With Kyle Walker returning to training, the decision between him and Lewis at right-back will be interesting to watch.
Enzo Maresca’s choice for the left-wing position and whether Lewis can handle top wingers like Rashford will be crucial. Lewis’ calmness in possession and ability to control games against big teams like Arsenal and Manchester United make him a valuable asset. His inclusion could provide support in midfield if Rodri is not in the starting lineup, easing the burden on City’s holding midfielder. Despite limited Premier League starts last season, Lewis’ fitness and experience make him a strong candidate to face Chelsea and test his skills against a top team.
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