Pep Guardiola admits Ederson is major injury doubt for Man City's clash at Liverpool

Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola admitted Ederson is a major doubt for Sunday’s title clash against Liverpool. Ederson injured during the first half of City’s Champions League 1-1 draw with Atalanta. Guardiola admitted he and his medical staff will not take a risk with his No.1. Asked if Ederson would be fit to play at Anfield, Guardiola said: “Honestly, right now, I don't know. It was a muscular problem. “He felt uncomfortable in the last few minutes of the first half. We will see how he is tomorrow. It was muscular, in front here [thigh]. We want to try with him, but we're not going to take a risk. “Xabi Mancisidor, our goalkeeper coach, suggested Kyle go in goal for his courage because he's quick. We're lucky we only conceded one shot on target when he was in goal, but congratulations for the courage and desire to help the team in this position.” When asked, whether Claudio Bravo would replace Ederson on Sunday after his red card, Guardiola said: “It's a red card. It was given so it’s a red card. But Claudio is ready. He's an incredible, experienced professional. He's ready. If Ederson is ready, he's going to play. If not, we'll play Claudio, We trust him. Why should I doubt any players I have in my squad?"

Source- The Mirror

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