Manchester City manager Manuel Pellegrini has reportedly axed goalkeeper Joe Hart from the first team to face Norwich City tomorrow.

The England international's position has come under fire following a number of blunders in goal over the last few weeks.

While Pellegrini refused to confirm whether Hart will start for the former Premier League champions tomorrow, it is understood that the player has been informed that he will be left out, according to The Telegraph.

Costel Pantilimon is expected to enter the fray following his performance in City's 2-0 victory over Newcastle United in the Capital One Cup.