The 33-year-old Belgian midfielder played in 4 Premier League games this year, scoring 1 goal and 1 assist for teammates.

Pep Guardiola confirms: "Kevin de Bruyne can't play yet. Hopefully, after the international break he can feel good".

"He feels better, can train, but the level we need for competition, when he kicks the ball he still has pain".

Manchester City's opponent in EFL round 4 is Tottenham.