Diaz will be sidelined for about 6 weeks due to a hamstring injury.

Manchester City, nicknamed "The Blue Moon," will host Brighton & Hove Albion at the Etihad Stadium in a key match of the 21st round of the 2025/26 Premier League season. Pep Guardiola stated in a press conference that defender Diaz will be out for four to six weeks due to a hamstring injury, while Stones is not yet in optimal form.

In the last round of matches, Manchester City scored for Chelsea, but conceded a goal in the final moments of the second half, ultimately drawing 1-1. Manchester City currently sits in second place in the standings with 42 points, six points behind league leaders Arsenal.

It is worth noting that Manchester City defender Diaz suffered an injury in the match against Chelsea, while Gevadiol will be out for an even longer period due to a fractured ankle.

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola said, "I think that's how it is. Everyone knows that some players can play and some can't. Diaz has a hamstring injury and is expected to be out for four to six weeks, while Gevadiol will be out for a long time."

“Stones isn’t ready to play in the upcoming games, but he has been a very important player for us for many years. He had a long-term injury last season, and it looks like it will be similar this season. He has worked very hard and tried everything, but he is not yet back to match fitness.”

Regarding the other players, Guardiola said, "Nico Gonzalez is fine, and Ake's return is also excellent. Max Allan is back from Watford, and we are very grateful for everything they have done for this young player."

"Malmush and Ait Nouri are playing in the Africa Cup of Nations, Stones and Oscar Bob are injured, and Doku and Rodri have just returned from long-term injuries. That's the current situation. As for whether we can handle it? Of course we can, with the mental strength we have."