Erling Haaland a Doubt for Man City Ahead of Brentford Clash

Manchester City striker Erling Haaland is a doubt for Saturday's Premier League clash against Brentford due to a foot injury.

The Norwegian international suffered the injury in training on Thursday and is being assessed by the club's medical staff.

Haaland has been in impressive form for City since joining from Borussia Dortmund in the summer, scoring 19 goals in 12 appearances in all competitions.

However, his absence would be a major blow to City, who are looking to maintain their lead at the top of the Premier League table.

If Haaland is ruled out, Julian Alvarez is likely to start in his place.

Alvarez has impressed in Haaland's absence in recent weeks, scoring three goals in his last two appearances.

City will be hoping that Haaland is fit enough to play in their next match, which is a Champions League clash against FC Copenhagen on Wednesday.

Pep Guardiola's Team News

Pep Guardiola has confirmed that Haaland is a doubt for Saturday's game, but he is hopeful that the striker will be fit to play in the Champions League.

"Erling is a doubt for tomorrow's game," Guardiola said.

"He had a little bit of a knock in training yesterday, so we will see how he is today."

"If he is not fit, then Julian will play."

"Julian has been excellent in recent weeks, so I have no concerns about him playing."

Brentford's Team News

Brentford boss Thomas Frank has no fresh injury concerns ahead of Saturday's game.

The Bees are in good form, having won their last three Premier League matches.

Frank will be hoping that his team can continue their good form against City.

Match Preview

City are the clear favorites for Saturday's game, but Brentford will be hoping to cause an upset.

The Bees have a good record against City, having won two of their last three meetings.

However, City will be looking to maintain their unbeaten start to the season and will be confident of victory.

Prediction

City are the clear favorites for Saturday's game, but Brentford will be hoping to cause an upset.

The Bees have a good record against City, but City will be looking to maintain their unbeaten start to the season and will be confident of victory.

Prediction: Manchester City 2-1 Brentford