Cardiff: On-loan winger Yanic Wildschut is cup-tied for the game, meaning Nathaniel Mendez-Laing could be in line for a recall. Meanwhile, long-term absentees Aron Gunnarson, Danny Ward, Craig Bryson and Matthew Connolly will all miss out.
Man City: Defender Kyle Walker has been given the all clear to play after suffering a head injury in Carabao Cup semi-final win over Bristol City in midweek. Club captain Vincent Kompany could return at the heart of the defence, but the game will come too soon for Phil Foden (ankle), Gabriel Jesus (knee) and Fabian Delph (ankle), whilst long-term absentee Benjamin Mendy (knee) remains sidelined.
The thoughts of Cardiff boss Neil Warnock on Man City:
"They're lovely to watch. When you can buy the best players in the world, it doesn't necessarily mean you're going to be successful. Pep is improving his team each year.
"My favourite player in the country is David Silva, has been for years. I've always loved his attitude and ability to change a game.
"It's an experience to play against these lads. It's our cup final and we're going to do the best we can on Sunday."
The thoughts of Man City boss Pep Guardiola on Cardiff:
"They are third in the Championship. We are playing away. It will be tough.
"We know exactly how complicated the game will be. Last season against Huddersfield, we needed a replay. It's a team on top form. Tall team, set pieces, aggressive one against one.
"We have to defend high because if we defend the box they are so strong."
Did you know:
The last time these two sides met in the FA Cup back in 1994 third-tier Cardiff shocked top-flight Man City 1-0 to knock them out of the competition.
Form:
Possible lineups:
Cardiff: Etheridge, Bamba, Morrison, Ecuele Manga, Bennett, Ralls, Damour, Richards, Hoilett, Mendez-Laing, Zohore.
Man City: Bravo, Danilo, Kompany, Mangala, Zinchenko, Gundogan, Toure, D.Silva, Sterling, Aguero, B.Silva.