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Published on 2024-07-18 14:50:12
Manchester City has been hit by a sickness bug, with some members of the returning squad being told to rest at home. Despite this setback, stars like Erling Haaland and Jack Grealish have returned to training with Pep Guardiola at the City Football Academy. The club is preparing for a four-match tour of the United States in late July and early August, but the illness could complicate plans for finalizing the squad roster.
Some players have been affected by the virus, leading to uncertainty about the severity of the situation and which players may be impacted. Details of the confirmed squad for the trip to the USA are expected to be released on Friday. Manchester City’s chartered flight for the tour has arrived, and only a few players including Josko Gvardiol and Mateo Kovacic are expected to join the training camp.
Several players, including Kyle Walker, John Stones, Phil Foden, and Rodrigo, may miss the FA Community Shield encounter with Manchester United due to their involvement in Euro 2024, Copa America, and the Olympic Games. Discussions will be held to determine the return dates of players involved in these competitions to ensure they get adequate rest before the start of the season.
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