It is not the first time that the two north-west clubs have joined forces in order to bring their South American contingent back in the swiftest of manners to ensure they are fully prepared for the following weekend, with the belief that a quick and comfortable return reduces the impact of fatigue or injury.
This time around, the two Premier League clubs will charter a jet to bring their Brazilian players back from Barranquilla as soon as possible following tonight’s 2018 World Cup qualifier against Colombia.
anchester City host Liverpool this weekend, in what is set to be a thrilling encounter between two Premier League heavyweights.
Both sides have started the new campaign well, picking up seven points from their opening three games and will be looking for a statement performance at the Etihad Stadium ahead of the return of the Champions League in midweek.
A busy summer of transfer activity saw City splash out around £210 million, as Pep Guardiola looks to build a squad capable of dominating domestic and European football the way his Barcelona side did a decade ago.
Raheem Sterling is suspended for the Reds' visit to the Etihad this weekend after his controversial red card against Bournemouth.
The England winger was dismissed for celebrating with the crowd after grabbing a 97th-minute winner at the Vitality Stadium two weeks ago, but who will manager Guardiola turn to in his absence?
Manchester City do have Kyle Walker available after his own suspension, with the right-back likely to replace Danilo, while Sergio Aguero will be hoping for a start after being dropped last time out.
Ilkay Gundogan remains doubtful as he continues his rehabilitation from a knee injury, while Vincent Kompany is also troubled by a knock.
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