Manchester City provides a concerning update on Erling Haaland's injury

Premier League football club Manchester City's star striker Erling Haaland endured a devastating injury during the fixture against Bournemouth in the quarter-finals of the FA Cup.

Manchester City has provided an update on Erling Haaland's ankle injury following his exit from the FA Cup match against Bournemouth. Haaland was substituted during Sunday's quarter-final victory after he sustained an ankle injury and was subsequently seen wearing a protective boot. With worries that his season may be cut short, the club has now offered insight into his current fitness status.

Manchester City issued official statement

"Manchester City FC can confirm that Erling Haaland has suffered an injury to his left ankle. The Norwegian striker sustained the injury during Sunday’s FA Cup quarter-final victory away at AFC Bournemouth. Erling underwent initial tests in Manchester on Monday morning and will now seek specialist consultation to confirm the full extent of the injury. Assessment remains ongoing to ascertain a full prognosis. The expectation is that Erling will be fit in time to play a further part in the remainder of this season, including this summer’s FIFA Club World Cup. Everyone at the Club wishes Erling a speedy recovery and mancity.com will bring you regular updates regarding his rehabilitation," read the official statement.

Despite experiencing its worst season in the last decade, Manchester City are still in pursuit of silverware in addition to qualifying for the Champions League next season. However, Halland's injury has added to the woes of the side that has already missed most of its key players most of the season on similar grounds. Haaland has scored 30 goals for City across club competitions this season, and without his services, it's unlikely that City would be able to achieve its remaining objectives.

However, City fans continue to hope as the official report suggests that Halland will return this season which hints that his injury may not be as bad as it seemed.

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