Overview

• City enter the derby off consecutive league defeats to Tottenham and Brighton that have left them one point behind Manchester United.
• Erling Haaland labeled the start "not good enough" and told teammates to "get our asses going," framing the derby as a chance to reset.
• Pep Guardiola said he will not remain if the club needs change, emphasizing that performance and results determine his tenure.
• Gianluigi Donnarumma is likely to start in goal against United after a €35 million move from PSG, replacing James Trafford.
• Omar Marmoush is sidelined for several weeks with a knee injury, John Stones is doubtful with a muscular issue, and City face seven games in 22 days as Rico Lewis signs a new deal to 2030.