Manchester City published Maresca’s update on 19 October after a scan of Semenyo’s injury. The club’s original post describes a recovery measured in weeks and an expected return in December. This is a long-term injury update, rather than a claim about the starting XI for one European match.
The club’s stated recovery period puts Semenyo outside realistic GW8 plans. Treat him as unavailable for City’s upcoming league fixture; the eight-week estimate is not a guaranteed return date.
Our advice before GW8
Do not buy or start Semenyo for GW8. Owners should compare an affordable replacement against their bench cover and transfer cost; this report does not establish which teammate will start in his place.