World Cup: Kyle Walker and Kalvin Phillips 'likely' to to be fit

Midfielder Phillips continues to make progress in his recovery from shoulder surgery in September but is running out of time to prove his fitness to Gareth Southgate.

The 26-year-old has made just three substitute appearances this season since joining City for £45m from Leeds in the summer - he has not played at all since September 14.

Right-back Walker is currently sidelined with an abdominal injury sustained in the 6-3 win over Manchester United on October 2.

"Kalvin is doing partial training sessions with the team but not contact yet. We’ll see his evolution," said Guardiola.

"We know how important the World Cup is but we can't use a player who is not ready. My feeling now is it will be tight."

When asked whether he felt both players would be fit for the tournament, Guardiola replied: “I think it is likely.”

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