Manchester City are preparing for an EFL Cup showdown with Tottenham Hotspur on Wednesday night, looking to extend their winning streak to six matches across all competitions.
Pep Guardiola's squad, coming off a tight 1-0 victory over Southampton, will need to navigate some notable injuries in this last-16 Tottenham vs Man City EFl Cup clash.
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Here is the latest Man City injury news ahead of clash against Tottenham in the EFL Cup.
Man City injury news ahead of clash against Tottenham - EFL Cup
Rodri – Knee Injury (Out)
- Likely return date: Unknown
Rodri remains out for the rest of the season after suffering knee ligament damage against Arsenal earlier in the campaign. His absence is a significant blow to City’s midfield depth.
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Oscar Bobb – Leg Fracture (Out)
- Likely return date: January-February 2025
Bobb sustained a leg fracture ahead of the season and is now in the latter stages of recovery. He is targeting a potential return early in the new year, according to Guardiola.
Kevin De Bruyne – Groin Injury (Out)
- Likely return date: Unknown
De Bruyne has missed the last eight matches with a groin issue. Although he has resumed training, there is no clear timeline for his return to the lineup. So, he is unavailable for this Tottenham vs Man City EFL cup game.
Kyle Walker – Knee Injury (Out)
- Likely return date: Unknown
Walker missed the recent Southampton game due to a knee injury. The England international’s status remains uncertain, with Guardiola providing no specific timeline for his return. This, Walker will miss this Tottenham vs Man City EFL Cup game.
Jack Grealish – Knock (Out)
- Likely return date: November 2 (vs. Bournemouth)
Grealish is ruled out for the Tottenham vs Man City EFL Cup clash but is expected to be fit for Man City’s Premier League game against Bournemouth on November 2.
Jeremy Doku – Muscle Injury (Out)
- Likely return date: November 9 (vs. Brighton)
Doku missed the Southampton match due to a muscle issue. Guardiola expects the winger to return by early November, likely a week after Grealish.
What are your thoughts on the latest Man City injury news ahead of clash against Tottenham in the EFL Cup?