Man City: Gvardiol Transfer News, Guehi & Alleyne Updates

Injury concerns in defense

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Manchester City will be without central defender Josko Gvardiol for a long time. The 23-year-old Croatian fractured his right tibia in the 1-1 draw against Chelsea on Sunday and is therefore unavailable for the time being. The Skyblues confirmed that ex-Leipziger Gvardiol will undergo surgery this week. The results of this measure should provide information about the exact extent of the injury and the associated length of absence.

The Premier League club’s defensive personnel problems have worsened because Rúben Dias (28) also had to leave the field early. In addition, John Stones (31) is currently unable to play due to a thigh injury. And Nathan Aké (30) was only used sparingly after foot surgery last season.

The Citizens responded to the injury misery on Monday by bringing back Max Alleyne, who was on loan to Watford FC. The 20-year-old played 16 times over 1,266 minutes for the Hornets in the Championship, and now the Bristol-born England youth international will be needed back at Man City sooner than expected.

Man City: Guardiola complains about injuries – Guéhi as a solution?

On Sunday, coach Pep Guardiola said: “Of course we have a lot of injuries. John Stones will be out for many months, Rúben will be out and Josko will be out. With Nathan, we know he won’t be able to play regularly. After what happened last season, if we stay strong we will find a solution and the team spirit will be there.” That’s why the chances are growing for Uzbek defender Abdukodir Khusanov (21), who came from Lens in January 2025 for 40 million euros and has only been on the pitch for 598 minutes this season.

But apparently it shouldn’t stay that way. Man City are reportedly considering a winter transfer of Marc Guéhi from Crystal Palace. The “BBC” first reported on such plans. Discussions between the parties are said to have begun and initial contact has therefore been made. The 25-year-old Guehi has also been linked with a free transfer to Bayern next summer. The defender’s contract with the Eagles ends in 2026 and his departure in six months is a done deal. Liverpool FC is also considered a serious prospect.

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