Manchester City will get the latest defence of their Premier League title underway on Friday when they take on Burnley in the opening game of the 2023-24 campaign.
Pep Guardiola's side are bidding to become the first team in history to win four English top-flight titles in succession this season, having enjoyed their best-ever campaign with a famous treble triumph last term.
First up in 2023-24 is a champions vs. champions showdown as they take on the winners of the Championship last season, with the added sub-plot of Burnley boss Vincent Kompany coming up against his old side as well.
Here, Sports Mole rounds up all of Man City's injury and suspension news heading into the new campaign.
Nathan Ake
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Status: Minor doubt
Type of injury: Match fitness
Possible return date: August 11 (vs. Burnley)
Nathan Ake was the only squad member absent for the Community Shield against Arsenal after Kevin De Bruyne made a surprise recovery to feature, but the Dutchman - who signed a new contract during the summer - is thought to be close to returning and could play some part this weekend.
MANCHESTER CITY'S SUSPENSION LIST
Manchester City have no suspended players for the season opener.
Barney Corkhill
