Manchester City manager Josep Guardola said at his pre-match press conference ahead of their trip to Aston Villa on December 21 that. Defender Ruben Dias is the latest to be ruled out of the 2024 campaign with an injury.

The four-time defending champions are on a losing streak having lost five of their last seven league games (W1 D1). Leaving them nine points behind leaders Liverpool with a game in hand. สมัคร UFABET

The results are worrying. The issue of the injured players is continuously harassing. Especially the defenders, who are almost left to choose from.

“Ruben Dias is out for a long time. Three or four weeks. It’s a muscular problem.” the Spanish coach said. 

“He played 75 minutes against Manchester United (lost 1-2) and felt something. But he was strong enough to stay on the pitch and it wasn’t until now that we realised he was injured.” 

“Manuel Akanji returned to training on Friday – great news for us,” 

“In John Stones’ case, it’s important to get everyone back in top shape because when you have an injury. It takes time to get back in shape.”

Guardola squad options have boost as versatile Rico Lewis returns from suspension and is ready to sail to Villa Park.