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Enzo Maresca eyes Nico O’Reilly and Jeremy Doku for Manchester derby

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Last updated Sep 7, 2026

Enzo Maresca eyes Nico O’Reilly and Jeremy Doku for Manchester derby

Summary

Manchester City manager Enzo Maresca confirmed that Nico O’Reilly and Jeremy Doku will miss the club’s Champions League opening match against Porto tomorrow. Both players did not travel with the squad due to injuries. O’Reilly sustained his injury during the pre-match warmups for a recent game against Coventry, while Doku has been out of contention since the Community Shield final. Maresca indicated that O’Reilly is more likely to be available for the upcoming Manchester derby against Manchester United this weekend. The status of Doku remains uncertain as he continues his recovery process. The team expects further clarity on their training availability before the weekend fixture at Old Trafford.

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Status Watch

•Nico O’Reilly and Jeremy Doku are ruled out for the Champions League opener against Porto.
•O’Reilly withdrew from the lineup against Coventry after a warmup injury.
•Jeremy Doku has been sidelined since the Community Shield final.
•Maresca views O’Reilly as a probable return candidate for the Manchester derby.
•The squad is currently preparing for the match at Old Trafford.

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7:45 PMYahoo Sports — Maresca reveals Man City duo could return for Manchester derby

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Manchester City boss Enzo Maresca expects that injured duo Nico O’Reilly and Jeremy Doku will both return to action soon.Both O’Reilly and Doku were absent from City training earlier today and hav...
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