Several Manchester City players, including Doku, Stones, Nunes, and De Bruyne, face injury or suspension concerns ahead of their Premier League clash at Villa Park.
Before their match against Aston Villa, Pep Guardiola will need to assess the fitness of winger Jeremy Doku. The team could be without five players, including Kevin De Bruyne, who’s recovering from a leg injury sustained earlier this season. Rodri and Jack Grealish are suspended, while uncertainties linger over Matheus Nunes’ muscular issue and Jeremy Doku’s unspecified injury, which forced him out during the draw with Tottenham.
On a positive note, John Stones has recovered from a hip problem and is fit to start after missing several games this season. Despite Stones’ availability, Guardiola hasn’t utilized him as a replacement in recent matches. The team is updating its list of injured players and their expected return dates.
Regarding Doku’s injury, specifics remain unclear, but a potential return date could be December 6 against Aston Villa. Guardiola mentioned plans to consult with the medical team before making any decisions.
Matheus Nunes is sidelined with a muscular issue, and his possible return might be against Luton Town on December 10. The Portugal FA confirmed his unavailability for national team games due to clinical reasons.
Kevin De Bruyne is grappling with a hamstring injury, and his expected return date is set for January 2024. Guardiola acknowledged De Bruyne’s timeline, expressing a desire to have him back for the rest of the season, indicating a potential return after the new year.
