Manchester United vs Manchester City: Sergio Aguero all smiles despite derby ban as Nolito prepares for huge test

SERGIO AGUERO might be suspended for the derby, but the Manchester City star was all smiles in training on Thursday.

The Argentine hitman will miss the heated clash against Manchester United at Old Trafford on Saturday after being found guilty of violent conduct in the 3-1 win over West Ham.

Aguero was banned for three games after elbowing Winston Reid but appeared to be in a jovial mood as Pep Guardiola put his men through their paces.

Summer signing Nolito looks set to lead the line instead, but the Spaniard showed no signs that he was cracking under the pressure as he took to the field.

And teen sensation Kelechi Iheanacho was all smiles as the Nigerian youth will be hoping to play a part in the fierce clash.

England international Raheem Sterling could barely contain his excitement after finding a new lease of life under Guardiola, and all eyes will be on the Theatre of Dreams this weekend.

In fact, it appears that both sides are coping well with the intense scrutiny after some United stars was snapped taking it easy on Thursday afternoon.

Spanish duo David De Gea and Ander Herrera shared some laughs as they enjoyed a day out in Altrincham.

While left-back Luke Shaw continued to put the hours in ahead of his driving test by taking his luxury Range Rover out for a spin.