Manchester City will be without defensive duo John Stones and Kyle Walker for tomorrow's Premier League clash with Leeds United at Elland Road.
The Sky Blues started Tuesday's Champions League tie with Real Madrid without Walker, meanwhile Stones was forced off during the first half due to aggravating a foot injury. Already a doubt heading into the contest, the decision to risk the ex-Everton centre-back ultimately backfired as he lasted only 36 minutes before being withdrawn.
At what is a crucial time in the season, this has come at a bid time for the reigning champions as Liverpool continue to pile pressure on the league leaders. Jurgen Klopp's side remain within one point of City and have the chance to open up a two-point lead should victory over Newcastle United be secured.
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Walker has been out of action since suffering an ankle issue in a 0-0 draw at Atletico Madrid nearly three weeks ago and could have played his final minutes of the 2021/22 campaign. Asked if the England international could miss the remainder of the season, Guardiola responded: "I don't know right now. Right now, it’s no worry at all - I count on the guys who are fit. He has to work to come back as soon as possible."
Stones will play no part in Saturday's showdown with Leeds, though a more encouraging assessment of his availability was offered by the Catalan coach. “John (Stones) is out tomorrow - we will see (how he is) for Wednesday," added the 51-year-old.
