De Bruyne return, Grealish decision - predicted Man City line-up vs Arsenal

Manchester City are busy gearing up for their top-of-the-table clash against Arsenal in the Premier League this weekend.

City host the Gunners at the Etihad Stadium as they look to return to the Premier League summit over the Easter weekend. Pep Guardiola's side are currently in third place in the table, one point behind leaders Arsenal and second-placed Liverpool.

Guardiola will be tasked with selecting a team that will go and secure the three points in a game that is likely to be pivotal in the title race. However, The City boss will have to pick his line-up with several of his key players on the sidelines.

City will not have Kyle Walker or John Stones available for the match against Arsenal. Both defenders suffered injury while on international duty with England, and will now spend a spell on the sidelines in recovery.

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Despite the injury blow to the duo, City could welcome back some key players for the game against Arsenal. Ederson and Kevin De Bruyne both missed the win over Newcastle United in the FA Cup before the international break, but have both trained in recent days and appear in contention to feature against the Gunners.

Manu Akanji and Matheus Nunes both suffered potential injuries for their respective countries during the break. However, the duo have since taken part in training with City after returning to England, but it remains to be seen if they will be available.

Jack Grealish has not started a Premier League game for City since December 30 against Sheffield United. His last top-flight appearance for City came