The media have been looking ahead to that one, and we have gathered together all the latest.
But despite Pep’s repeated assertion that we will not be doing any business in the near future, we start today’s Media Watch with a slice of transfer news.
As ever, a pinch of salt is needed….
Transfer gossip
Daily Star: Arsenal and Spurs prepared to pay £50m for Dayot Upamecano as Man City join race
Mark Taylor writes: “Arsenal and Tottenham could be set for a £50m January transfer battle for highly-rated French defender Dayot Upamecano.
“The Red Bull Leipzig centre-back has emerged as one of the brightest prospects in the Bundesliga, starting the last 19 consecutive matches having overcome a knee injury.
“The 21-year-old has attracted interest from across Europe, with Premier League rivals Manchester City also understood to be interested in Upamecano.
“And interested parties will have to fork out £50m to secure his signature, according to reports.”
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Team news
BBC Sport: Manchester City v Sheffield United
“Manchester City goalkeeper Ederson is suspended after being sent off in the defeat at Wolves, with Claudio Bravo set to deputise.
“Sergio Aguero is expected to start after being taken off at Molineux due to Ederson‘s dismissal, but David Silva, Gabriel Jesus and John Stones will be assessed.
“Sheffield United manager Chris Wilder is likely to rotate his squad, with Simon Moore doubtful due to a groin injury.”
Opposition view
Sheffield United manager Chris Wilder
On his side’s preparations: “A total respect, but not overdoing it. We aren’t doing any more on Manchester City than what we did on Watford.
“We’re in this position by merit. They’re in their position by merit. This is the beauty of the game.”
On rotating his squad: “There’s a couple we’ll look at from a fatigue point of view.”
That’s all for this morning’s Media Watch – but stay with us t as we bring you full coverage of tonight’s game against Sheffield United.
There will be LIVE minute-by-minute text updates in our Matchday Centre.
And don’t forget, there will be a full 90-minute replay of the game on the Man City for TV app tomorrow.
