- David Silva is a huge doubt for next weekend's Manchester derby
- Manchester United are already missing influential midfielder Paul Pogba
- City with 43 points lead the Red Devils with eight points after 15 games
The Manchester derby on Sunday December 10 has already been robbed off Paul Pogba and it seems another key midfielder is set to join him on the list of absentees.
According to Pep Guardiola, midfielder David Silva has a little injury problem and will Wednesday, December 6's Champions League clash at Shakhtar Donetsk.
David Silva. Photo: Express UK
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A statement on City's official website noted the Spain playmaker was "not fully fit" despite scoring an 83rd-minute winner in Sunday's game against West Ham.
Silva misses the match against the Ukranians alongside influential midfielder Kevin De Bruyne who is suspended for the game.
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Jose Mourinho's side welcome their neighbours for a clash that could eventually determine the winner of the Premier League come the end of the season.
City with 43 points lead the Red Devils with eight points after 15 games this season.
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Source: Sports.naija.ng