I view the upcoming derby as an opportunity for Man City to adjust their new squad after the changes made during the summer transfer window. As a result, I don't expect the high-scoring events, but win is certainly possible. I'm particularly interested in seeing Donnarumma's performance at derby. A lot will depend on his skills. Will he be a full substitute for Ederson in the current season? Only time will tell.
Donnarumma didn't play for PSG this season. He played for the first time this season thanks to World Cup qualifiers. But still he'd lack fitness.
However I still think Guardiola will choose him for the next match in the PL. Trafford looks really hard to trust from now on.
As for Ederson question, he must be the goalkeeper with most assists in this league. He did great in his time there. But I believe Donnarumma can raise the stake even at a higher level in time...
I can argue with you that Isak will make straight first 11, he was not signed with such high amount to be kept in bench, nobody make such investment. If the coach decides not to use him for the first few matches, that would be on the ground that they expect him to observe and blend into the team not that he is not fit. Although I agree with you that there will be a strong competition between him and Ekitike.
Straight into the starting 11? I don't feel so. I mean at least for the upcoming match. The opponent is Burnley though but Arne Slot might still not risk it. I expect to see him to enter in the 2nd half.