The latest Man City injury news ahead of clash against Aston Villa at Villa Park as Pep wants 3 points from this Aston Villa vs Man City Premier League game.
Manchester City will face Aston Villa in the Premier League on Saturday afternoon. The match will be crucial for Manchester City as they aim to get back to winning ways.
The team lost 2-1 to Manchester United last weekend in the Manchester derby. That defeat left them in fifth place in the Premier League table. They are now nine points behind Liverpool, who also have a game in hand.
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Manchester City’s recent form has been poor, with eight losses in their last eleven matches. The pressure is mounting on Pep Guardiola to secure three points from this Aston Villa vs Man City game.
Here is the latest Man City injury news ahead of clash against Aston Villa at Villa Park. Aston Villa have been in strong form recently, winning three of their last four matches.
Man City injury news ahead of clash against Aston Villa
Rodri
- Status: Out
- Type of Injury: Knee
- Possible Return Date: Unknown
Rodri is unavailable due to a knee injury sustained in a match against Arsenal in September. He is still recovering but has shared a positive update about his progress. There is hope that he might return before the end of the current season.
Oscar Bobb
- Status: Out
- Type of Injury: Leg Fracture
- Possible Return Date: February 2025
Oscar Bobb fractured a bone in his leg during training in August. His recovery is ongoing, and Pep Guardiola expects him to return in February 2025.
Nathan Ake
- Status: Out
- Type of Injury: Hamstring
- Possible Return Date: Unknown
Nathan Ake suffered a hamstring injury during Manchester City's win over Nottingham Forest on December 4. He is now facing an extended period on the sidelines.
Manuel Akanji
- Status: Major Doubt
- Type of Injury: Pelvis/Adductor
- Possible Return Date: December 21 (vs Aston Villa)
Manuel Akanji has been struggling with a pelvis and adductor issue in recent weeks. Guardiola stated that there is a small chance Akanji might be fit to face Aston Villa.