Pep Guardiola must take advantage of the January transfer market if he wants to change or make his team rise and Manchester City management must also fully support it, otherwise I think their slump will be even deeper.
It has been only Haaland in striking for them this season, he needs another striking option just as he needs new defensive options and another option in defensive midfield. Manchester City are slowly drifting far from any chance to defend their title again, and Chelsea although the coach refuses to admit it are shockingly the title contenders this season, currently in the race with Liverpool. If Chelsea do not face problems later with injuries, or fatigue, they can actually win this season.
Yes, some of Manchester City key players are starting to look slow, Pep Guardiola needs to refresh the team, but it seems they will not be too active in the January transfer market. Manchester City chances of retaining the trophy are getting slimmer, although we realize the season is still too long, and the situation could improve in the second half of the season. Regarding Chelsea, they are now worthy of being considered as title rivals with Liverpool. Enzo Maresca is wise enough to respond to the various compliments that are thrown at him, so that his players remain humble and continue to work hard. Chelsea biggest luck this season, apart from having many rotation options, is that they have avoided the storm of injuries.