Alysson option, Manzambi fitness call – Aston Villa starting XI vs Man City predicted

John Townley predicts Aston Villa's starting lineup for their upcoming Premier League match against Manchester City, highlighting fitness decisions and potential rotation. Manager Unai Emery must evaluate Johan Manzambi following a minor injury, with Alysson in contention to start on the right wing after impressing in a 3-1 victory against Viking FK.

Townley's predicted lineup features Zion Suzuki in goal, supported by defenders Matty Cash, Victor Lindelöf, Pau Torres, and Ian Maatsen. Boubacar Kamara is expected to return to midfield alongside João Gomes, while John McGinn, Emi Buendía, and Nicolas Jackson lead the attack against a Manchester City side that has won all seven league fixtures.