City travel to Villa Park on Saturday for a 12:30 (UK) kick-off aiming to extend our perfect Premier League start following seven wins from our opening seven matches.
We go into the match on the back of a 5-1 victory over AEK Athens in the Champions League when the City boss rotated his starting line-up.
Haaland, who has 12 goals already this season, remained on the bench for the fixture while O’Reilly, Kovačić and Nunes were not involved.
The squad have a training session today and Maresca says the trio’s fitness will be assessed before making a decision.
“We have a session this afternoon – all of them can be available or not,” he said in his pre-match news conference.
“In terms of [those] still in doubt, yesterday they were all improving and we will this afternoon.
“Erling is the only one 100% available. And the other three we need to wait for today’s session.”
City are three points clear at the top of the Premier League but Maresca says it’s far too early to discount any rivals in the title race.
And while he and the squad are pleased with the start, the boss said it has only added to the appetite to keep challenging.
“The mood is very good,” Maresca added. “I said many times the mood is good.
“We are happy with our start but we are more hungry for more wins. We’re happy at the moment but want more.
“It’s too early [to say teams are not in the title race]. Seven games, there are many games to go. It’s too early.”
Villa is sure to be a tough task and Unai Emery’s side won 3-1 against Viking on Wednesday night to maintain a 100% record in the Champions League.
Unbeaten in their last seven matches, the Villans are certain to put City’s impressive start under pressure.
“I have huge respect for Unai,” Maresca added. “He has done well in all of his clubs he has been and he is fantastic manager.
“They are a very good team. You can recognise the team and you can see clearly what they want.
“They are very intense off the ball. They are in a good mood, they are winning games and I’m sure 100% that it will be a tough game.”
City v Brighton: £20 for adults and £1 for U18s
Tickets are now on sale for our Carabao Cup fourth round meeting with Brighton.
We host Fabian Hurzeler’s side at 19:30 (UK) on Wednesday 28 October.
Tickets for adults start from just £20, with all U18s only £1 – and you can also buy up to six tickets per person.
Taking place during half term school holidays too, it’s the perfect time to experience a night under the Etihad lights for all the family!
And there will be so much to do beforehand, with a Kids Fanzone just over the road at the City Football Academy ahead of kick-off.
Meanwhile, hospitality is available from just £100 with a range of packages on offer to suit your needs, whether a special occasion for a loved one or for something professional.
Book your place at the Seagulls encounter below.
