Team news
Pep Guardiola has confirmed Sergio Aguero (self-isolating) will miss out, while Nathan Ake also remains sidelined, but there are no other injury concerns.
Sheffield United will hand "a few" players late fitness test said Chris Wilder, who did not divulge any names.
Did you know?
Manchester City are unbeaten in their last 11 home matches against Sheffield United in all competitions (W6 D5).
Ilkay Gundogan can become the first German player to score in four consecutive Premier League appearances.
Sheff Utd can be the first side to win at both Manchester clubs in the same season since Liverpool in 2008/09.
The Blades have won two of their last three matches (L1), having gone 20 in the Premier League without a victory.
Match officials
Referee: David Coote. Assistants: Lee Betts, Nick Hopton. Fourth official: Jonathan Moss. VAR: Martin Atkinson. Assistant VAR: Peter Kirkup.
