Manchester City star Kevin de Bruyne is set to be out for the next six weeks. The Belgian midfielder is suffering from a muscle problem in his left side which he suffered during his side’s 2-0 win in midweek against Aston Villa. Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has said that De Bruyne was a crushing blow to The Citizens who were in need of him in this crucial period.
Even so, the tactician from Spantol is optimistic that he will get the best solution for his team while playing without the Premier League ‘assist king.’ week, “said Guardiola.” He’s been an important part of this season and we have to find a solution. Everyone struggles in the situation we are in and we have to adapt, “he continued.
Guardiola admits the busy schedule is the cause of De Bruyne’s injury. This is a huge loss, especially when Man City have their first match in the Champions League last 16 against Borussia Monchengladbach on February 25. De Bruyne’s injury is also a blessing for the Citizens’ rivals who are now competing for the Premier League title.
If according to schedule, de Bruyne could miss Man City’s trips to Liverpool, Tottenham, Arsenal, and the Manchester derby against Manchester United at the Old Trafford Stadium. Looking at the schedule that the former Chelsea player passed, it is natural that the former Barcelona coach finds it difficult to compete without playing The first game to go without De Bruyne by Man City will be away to Cheltenham headquarters at Whaddon Road in the fourth round of the FA Cup.
“When you compete in all competitions it is important to have all healthy players, but this is not possible. There are injured players in all clubs. We know it will happen, we try to avoid it, get more medical care than ever, more nutritionists than ever before, and try to give it as much rest as possible, “he said.
