Manchester City seems to have started the 2024/25 campaign by keeping the wrong foot. Injuries have marred the whole plan of the Sky Blues right from the beginning of the season, with each week bringing a major setback.
Now ahead of their EFL Cup Third Round clash against Watford, concerns remain over the availability of both Kevin De Bruyne and Rodri.
Addressing the Belgium maestro first, De Bruyne showcased initial signs of worry during the opening fixture of the UEFA Champions League against Inter Milan last Thursday.
While the 31-year-old started the game, he was eventually subbed off during halftime for Ilkay Gundogan after picking up a knock just before the referee whistled for the first half.
Initially, it wasn’t touted as a concern in the post-match presser of the UCL clash until Pep Guardiola announced the absence of the former Wolfsburg man from the Arsenal clash. It was also revealed that De Bryune was out to face the Gunners as he was nursing his groin injury.
Given that days have passed since he played, one shall expect him to play the EFL Cup opener against Watford. However, that may not be the case after all.
With the schedule being quite tight, Guardiola will instead give a chance to his reserve squad against Watford. Besides Kevin De Bruyne, Oscar Bobb and Nathan Ake are also ruled out for the clash, who continue to nurse their respective injuries. Also, how could we forget Rodri? Speaking of which, there are some concerning updates regarding the Spaniard.
