INJURY CRISIS HITS MAN CITY! Kevin De Bruyne and 7 other key players are All Doubts for the Wolves Showdown
Manchester City is set to resume Premier League action as they face Wolverhampton Wanderers today. The team aims to surpass current league leaders, Liverpool, with a win in the West Midlands. Liverpool, in turn, will host Chelsea just hours after City’s match against Wolves.
However, Pep Guardiola faces several injury challenges as he prepares for this fixture. Midfielder Rodri is out for the rest of the season, while key players like Kevin De Bruyne, Nathan Ake, and Oscar Bobb are in various stages of recovery from injuries.
Here’s a look at City’s injury status ahead of their clash with Wolves:
Manuel Akanji
Manuel Akanji is uncertain for the Wolves match due to a fitness issue. After returning from international duty with Switzerland, his availability for Sunday’s game remains in doubt.
Possible return date: October 20 vs Wolves (A)
Ederson
Ederson is another concern following his participation in Brazil’s World Cup qualifier against Peru. City hopes he will be ready to start in goal against Wolves.
Possible return date: October 20 vs Wolves (A)
Savinho
Savinho is also questionable after playing for Brazil midweek. A decision on his inclusion in the matchday squad will be made closer to kickoff.
Possible return date: October 20 vs Wolves (A)
Rodri
Rodri sustained an ACL injury during City’s 2-2 draw with Arsenal on September 22. He has undergone surgery and will likely miss the rest of the season.
Expected return date: August 2025
Nathan Ake
Nathan Ake has missed seven matches due to a hamstring injury but could make his return soon. Guardiola mentioned that Ake trained with the team, but he is not ready to start against Wolves.
Possible return date: October 23 vs Sparta Prague (H)
Kevin De Bruyne
De Bruyne has been sidelined with a groin injury since the Champions League match against Inter Milan in September. His return is still weeks away.
Possible return date: October 26 vs Southampton (H)
Oscar Bobb
Oscar Bobb fractured his leg in August and required surgery. His recovery is estimated to take three to four months, with a return likely in late November or December.
Expected return date: Late November/December
