Pep Guardiola backs Scott Carson ahead of Manchester City’s trip to Leicester

Scott Carson could make a rare appearance for Manchester City this weekend (Peter Powell/PA)

Pep Guardiola is confident third-choice goalkeeper Scott Carson will be ready for Manchester City’s clash with Leicester on Saturday if required.

The Premier League champions are unsure if number one Ederson will be available for the trip to the King Power Stadium amid a row involving English clubs, the Brazilian football federation, and world governing body FIFA.