Riyad Mahrez has returned to Leicester City's training ground after refusing to train ever since his move to Manchester City fell through.
The Algeria international has not trained with the club since his proposed transfer to City failed to materialise during the January transfer window.
Leicester manager Claude Puel said in his pre-match news conference on Thursday that Mahrez would miss the game at the Etihad, although the situation since appears to have moved on.
"I think Riyad will be not available for the Saturday game against Manchester City," said Puel.
"I hope he can get his head right and come back with us and work hard. The best way is to come back and enjoy his football."
Puel has been keen to leave the way open for a return to first-team action for Mahrez, although it remains to be seen whether he will earn a place in Saturday's matchday squad.
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Mahrez last played for the Foxes in the 2-0 win over Watford on January 20 and scored the second goal in stoppage-time.