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A new injury concern for Manchester City could arise before their Premier League matchup with Arsenal this weekend. Kevin de Bruyne was seen hobbling during the end of the first half during Manchester City’s UEFA Champions League opener against Inter Milan. While going in for the shot at Yann Sommer’s goal, Kevin de Bruyne might have pulled something and felt it after taking the shot. He went off the field for a minute as the medical staff attended to him.
After half-time, Pep Guardiola felt that it was wise to substitute the Belgium midfielder with a hectic fixture schedule coming. Phil Foden replaced the midfielder in the hope of having a creative playmaker on the pitch. Savio, the young winger was also replaced by Ilkay Gundogan in what seemed to be a tactical switch from the Spanish manager.
After Manchester City's Wednesday night match against Inter at the Etihad Stadium, Guardiola is anticipated to deliver an update on De Bruyne's injury concern. Later on Friday afternoon, he is likely to address the media in the pre-Arsenal press conference. Kevin de Bruyne has been a key part of Manchester City for a long time now and has been key to their attacking play. His absence could surely mean a change in tactics for Pep Guardiola and Manchester City.
Growing injury concerns for Manchester City in recent times
The de Bruyne injury news is the most recent news out of the Manchester City camp came after Nathan Ake was substituted during the Netherlands' 2-2 draw against Germany in UEFA Nations League play due to a long-term muscular issue that he sustained during the most recent international break.
The Dutchman is not anticipated to play in either of Manchester City's next games in any competition. Pep Guardiola has the 29-year-old available for selection for the October international break. Oscar Bobb's long-term issue is exacerbated by Ake's injury. The Norwegian forward suffered a leg fracture prior to Chelsea and Manchester City's Premier League opener.