AMR) Samir Nasri
The mercurial Frenchman is expected to get the nod ahead of the more pacey Jesus Navas down the right. If City need to chase the game late on (which is more than likely) Navas’s fresh legs and great speed could cause Barca problems from the bench.
MC) Yaya Toure
Toure should start against his former club, and will have to be at his very best if City are to get a fair share of the midfield. Luckily for him though, Andres Iniesta will probably miss out, although Fabregas, Busquets and Xavi should start.
MC) Fernandinho
The Brazilian midfielder will be charged with winning his side back possession, and restricting service into Lionel Messi’s feet in the final third. When City have the ball, he will look to feed the likes of David Silva and Sergio Aguero who will try to make runs into the channels.
