Aleksandar Pavlovic News: Returns in cup game

Pavlovic (face) was in the starting XI and featured for 67 minutes in Wednesday's 3-2 win over Wehen in the DFB Pokal, confirming his return from injury.

Pavlovic made his return from a fractured eye socket suffered during the pre-season in Wednesday's DFB Pokal clash against Wehen. The midfielder played 67 minutes while wearing a mask, confirming he is back fit and available for coach Vincent Kompany. That said, he will have to compete with Leon Goretzka for a starting spot in the midfield to link with Joshua Kimmich.