Aleksandar Pavlovic Injury: Nearing return

Pavlovic (face) is nearing a return after training well with the team, coach Vincent Kompany said in the press conference. "He has trained well. Of course, he hasn't played a game yet, but I believe it won't be long before he can play again."

Pavlovic has trained well with the team this week and is nearing a return from his fractured eye socket suffered a few weeks ago. The midfielder is expected to be available again in the coming weeks wearing a protective mask and will be gradually integrated back into the squad to avoid setbacks and maintain his fitness. Until then, Leon Goretzka should continue to see increased playing time in midfield alongside Joshua Kimmich.