Manchester Derby: Manchester City’s strongest XI 

Impact substitutes

Sane's blistering pace is a real weapon to have on the bench

Leroy Sane and Sergio Aguero are two players who could have an instant impact if brought on as substitutes in the match. Both of them ooze class and confidence, and have played in matches of this importance before too.

Aguero already has notched seven goals and four assists this season so far. the Argentine is a clinical finisher and could use his goal-scoring abilities to great effect if required. Sane might as well replace Mahrez and Sterling on either flanks in the second half.

The German is a set-piece specialist and an exceptional crosser of the ball. He creates constant chances and puts the oppositon’s backline into pressure through his consistent, accurate deliveries.

City’s squad is excellent and the quality that they possess on the bench could possibly help them in achieving the desired results in the end.