Sagna suffered a hamstring tear playing for France against Bulgaria last month and has been out of action for four weeks, missing eight games in the process.
But Guardiola says the left-back is nearing a return to full fitness, as is Fabian Delph, who hasn’t played since scoring the winner against Steaua Bucharest back in August.
“Fabian Delph, he has no pain,” Guardiola confirmed. “He is happy but he is still training alone.
“Bacary is getting better and after the national team break he will be fit.”
Meanwhile, Vincent Kompany’s recovery from two years of muscle problems is continuing.
He has made three appearances in recent weeks and has trained regularly with the first team without suffering an adverse reaction – but is yet to complete a full 90 minutes this season.
Asked if the Belgian could be ready to play a full game, Guardiola suggested it was possible.
“Yeah, maybe,” he said. “I have to think this afternoon about my team, speak to the physios about their physical conditions.”
