How Man City should line-up against Burnley in their Premier League fixture

Manchester City only have two injured players for their Premier League return against Burnley - but there is plenty for Pep Guardiola to ponder before the trip to Turf Moor on Saturday afternoon (3pm). Ruben Dias and Cole Palmer have been ruled out with hamstring and foot issues.

One point separates City from Liverpool heading into the latest Premier League matchday. However, the important games continue to come thick and fast for Guardiola and his star-studded side. Between now and April 10 they play the Clarets, Atletico Madrid in the Champions League and Liverpool themselves.

John Stones (knee) has recovered as part of an injury update from the City manager. Here is how three Manchester Evening News reporters think City might line-up against Burnley;

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Simon Bajkowski

City have to start this gauntlet of matches on the right foot and that means their strongest line-up against Burnley. Stones should be fit to keep up his partnership with Aymeric Laporte - and it makes sense to play Kyle Walker given he is suspended for the Champions League still.

Kevin de Bruyne, Bernardo Silva and Rodri have been the three outstanding midfielders for City this season, even if not necessarily at the same time. De Bruyne's directness should help in a tough contest at Turf Moor. Phil Foden's sharpness will also be needed, while Raheem Sterling and Riyad Mahrez are the two most likely to find a goal threat.

Liam Wood

Second-guessing what Guardiola is thinking is never a sensible idea at the best of times. However, this game really does pose a conundrum to the City manager. One school of thought would be to pick his best XI and assess things beyond that for