Another Manchester City defender has picked up an injury on international duty to add to Pep Guardiola's injury headache at the back ahead of Sunday's Arsenal clash.
Kyle Walker pulled up during England's friendly defeat to Brazil at the weekend and was duly substituted in the first half to spark concern at the Etihad with the massive tie looming large.
Reports after the game suggested that the right back - who was captaining the side on the night - had avoided a potentially serious hamstring injury, with the club thought to be retaining hope of his presence on Sunday.