PHIL FODEN is set to play for Manchester City on Tuesday night despite breaking his hand in Saturday’s derby defeat at Old Trafford.
The England midfielder was with boss Pep Guardiola saying it was a tactical decision.
Phil Foden had his hand heavily strapped in training after breaking it in the derbyCredit: Reuters
He seemed surprised to be asked a question in the press conference regarding a hand injury to his homegrown star.
However, on Monday, he was pictured with his hand heavily strapped as he prepared to fly to Norway.
said: “He has broken bones in his hand but he has a protection and he’ll be fine for the game.”
, 25, was part of a depleted squad that boarded the flight to the Arctic Circle for the Champions League tie with Bodo/Glimt.
Guardiola said Erling Haaland is ready to play in his homeland.
That is despite fears he is struggling with fatigue after scoring just one goal in seven matches.
Fellow forward Omar Marmoush is now back with the squad after returning from the .
But Guardiola said: “Erling told me he slept unbelievably – so he’s fit.
“It depends on his mind and his fire – that will dictate it.
“As much as he’s not injured, he can play.”
Guardiola cast doubt on the future of Haaland’s international team-mate Oscar Bobb.
Bobb could be allowed to leave on loan following the .
Asked about Bobb’s fitness, the boss said: “I have no idea.
“He says he’s not fit – so he’s not fit.”
Foden was clearly in pain before being subbed off at Old TraffordCredit: Shutterstock Editorial
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