The injury crisis at Manchester City deepens with the latest setback involving winger Jeremy Doku.
Manchester City Face New Injury Blow with Jeremy Doku Joining the List
Pep Guardiola’s squad, already battered by absences, now faces yet another challenge as they strive to regain their dominance in the Premier League.
Jeremy Doku, the Belgian international, was notably absent from the team during City’s 2-1 defeat to Brighton on Saturday.
Following the match, Guardiola explained Doku’s omission, stating,
“He has some muscular problems in his quadriceps. He doesn’t feel good, he cannot run at full speed.
When we arrive [after the international break], we will make a test, and we’ll make a selection, and we’ll see how they feel.”
Doku’s injury adds to an already daunting list that includes key players such as Jack Grealish, John Stones, Ruben Dias, Oscar Bobb, and Rodri.
This wave of injuries has not only affected the team’s performance but has also increased the workload and fatigue levels among the remaining fit players, which was evident during the second half against Brighton.
Guardiola acknowledged the toll the injuries have taken on his team and expressed hope that the upcoming international break will provide much-needed respite.
“I think everybody needs it, yeah. I think in our heads, it will be good for all of us; for the players, for ourselves, but especially for Ruben [Dias] to come back, hopefully John Stones comes back, and hopefully the other players,” he said.
The international break offers a crucial window for recovery, and Guardiola is optimistic that his squad will return stronger.
The champions have lost their past four matches in all competitions, and having a full squad available post-break could be key to halting their current slide.
The ability to rotate players and avoid overburdening them will be essential as City aims to get back on track.
City fans will be anxiously waiting for positive updates on Doku and the rest of the injured players. The team’s ability to navigate this challenging period and bounce back will be pivotal in their quest to defend their Premier League title.
As the fixtures resume, Guardiola’s focus will be on integrating fit players back into the squad and ensuring they have the depth and resilience to tackle the demands of the season ahead.
The road to recovery for Manchester City may be tough, but with a full-strength squad, they are more than capable of overcoming these challenges.
