Nico could be trusted to play the '2-in-1' role that Rodri plays in attack and defence and it could be Kevin De Bruyne who misses out in attack to allow Marmoush to play in attack for direct balls with Haaland again.
PEP GUARDIOLA'S new signings can make a Real difference in Madrid as Manchester City's 'mini Rodri' and Omar Marmoush look ready to start.
Unselfish captain for the day Erling Haaland dragged Newcastle's defence upfield and they kindly followed him to allow flying Egyptian Marmoush to run in behind for his first goal.
But Ederson also hit some great passes out of his hands to the chests of the City widemen who maintained their width to stretch Newcastle sideways and loosen their grip on midfield.
With the emergence of Nico and Marmoush, who were both subs in the game, Pep could opt to make it a more 3-2-5 shape with Stones staying in defence from right-back to replace the injured Manuel Akanji.
