Sergio Aguero is expected to miss at least a month due to the calf injury he suffered in last weekend's tilt with Arsenal.
Robin van Persie has missed four games in a row and doesn't appear ready for this weekend's match against Newcastle.
Vincent Kompany has been deemed fit and is expected to start Wednesday against West Brom.
Vincent Kompany was held out of Manchester City's Champions League clash against Viktoria Plzen on Wednesday but looks set to return this weekend.
Theo Walcott looks set to return for Arsenal's important match against surprising Southampton on Saturday.
Vincent Kompany's thigh injury will keep him out again.
Theo Walcott is getting close to a return but an appearance this weekend is still unlikely.
Theo Walcott remains out for Arsenal, while Vincent Kompany is expected to play against Chelsea.
Vincent Kompany looks to make an early return to City following the international break.