Manchester City coach Enzo Maresca is contemplating resting striker Erling Haaland in the coming weeks due to the team's congested fixture schedule. Haaland has already made 13 starts this season for both club and country, including four appearances for Norway during the recent international break.

City, who currently lead the Premier League standings, are set to face Ipswich Town at home on Saturday. Haaland notably scored two goals in Manchester City's 4-2 defeat against Paris Saint-Germain in their most recent Champions League match on Wednesday. Following the domestic fixture against Ipswich, City will continue their Champions League campaign with another group stage match.

Maresca’s considerations come amid a demanding stretch of fixtures that require balancing player fitness with team performance objectives. While specific details regarding Haaland's potential rest periods have not been disclosed, managing the striker's workload reflects concerns about maintaining his physical condition through a taxing schedule.

The decision to rest key players like Haaland is a common practice among top teams facing multiple competitions simultaneously, aiming to optimize performance and reduce injury risks. Manchester City’s continued participation in domestic and European competitions means careful squad rotation may be necessary moving forward.