Man City suffer another injury blow as Manuel Akanji faces lengthy absence
The Switzerland defender will miss “eight to 10 weeks”.
Manchester City defender Manuel Akanji is facing up to 10 weeks out with a groin injury, manager Pep Guardiola has confirmed.
The Switzerland international has learned he requires surgery after being forced off at half-time during City’s Champions League loss to Real Madrid on Tuesday.
Guardiola said he expected the player to be out for “eight to 10 weeks”.
He added: “We only wish the best recovery for Manu. The effort he has done this season has been unbelievable.”
Grealish lasted just 30 minutes against Real but Guardiola is hopeful the injury is not serious.
He said: “It’s not as tough as what Manu has done but I don’t know if he will be ready tomorrow. I don’t think so but we will assess him.”
