by Manchester City are back in UEFA Champions League action on Tuesday night, but Pep Guardiola has confirmed further injury concerns ahead of the clash against Sporting CP.
The Cityzens travel to Portugal – to face a side currently managed by new Manchester United head coach Ruben Amorim – after a shock 2-1 defeat to Bournemouth, a result which saw them drop out of top spot in the Premiership. Ranking table.
Despite previously claiming he only had 13 players for the trip to the Vitality Stadium, Guardiola was able to name Kyle Walker, Manuel Akanji, Jeremy Doku, Savinho and Kevin De Bruyne in the matchday squad.
So, as City prepare for an important Champions League match, it would appear that injury concerns are increasing amid updates on several key players, including John Stones and Ruben Dias.
That said, here’s all the latest Manchester City injury news…
John Stones
The England international started and completed the full 90 minutes of the Carabao Cup fourth round exit against Tottenham Hotspur, but was not included in the matchday squad against Bournemouth due to a foot problem confirmed.
It is unclear whether John Stones will play against Sporting or Brighton this weekend, with Guardiola uncertain about the status of his centre-back.
“John, I don’t know if he will be back for the next two games,” said the Spaniard when asked for news.
Potential return date: Unknown
Rubén Dias
Another notable absentee from Man City’s team against Bournemouth was Ruben Dias and the centre-back will not feature in either of the next two matches.
“Ruben’s injury is serious and will last until the international break,” Guardiola confirmed.
Potential return date: Saturday November 23 against Tottenham
Jack Grealish
Jack Grealish suffered an injury in training ahead of the Champions League match with Sparta Prague, causing him to miss the last four games in all competitions and will likely be out until after the international break.
Potential return date: Unknown
Oscar Bob
Having been out for a long time after suffering a serious leg injury before the start of the season, he will likely be out until the start of the new year.
Potential return date: January/February 2025
Rodri
The recently crowned Ballon d’Or winner had surgery on a serious knee injury in September and is not expected to play again this season.
Potential return date: summer 2025
