‘No way he’s back in training already?’, ‘Hope Pep don’t rush him’ – Man City fans react as club receive huge injury boost ahead of Southampton FA Cup fixture

A selection of Manchester City fans have reacted after defender Ruben Dias made an early return to training as he steps up recovery from a hamstring injury.

Dias, who has missed the derby win over Manchester United, and the 0-0 draws with Sporting and Crystal Palace, was injured two weeks ago in City’s FA Cup win at Peterborough.

Pep Guardiola confirmed a hamstring issue that would keep the influential defender out for four to six weeks, but Dias appears to have returned to Manchester City training this week, as he was captured by club photographers in high spirits out on the City Football Academy training pitches, with the squad preparing for an FA Cup trip to Southampton.

Manchester City have posted a positive update on Dias’ recovery as they appeared to confirm the defender was back in training on Thursday. Posting a picture of Dias laughing in training on Instagram, City posted the caption: “Good morning!”

It is not yet understood as to what capacity Dias was involved in training, however with Pep Guardiola facing the media on Friday, he will likely offer more detailed update.

While some fans are excited with the prospect of the defender making his comeback, others are slightly cautious and believe the 24-year-old should not be rushed back to first-team action.

“This guy is a monster. No way he’s back in training already?.”
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“Back in training 🤩 he’s such a beast.”
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“Pep said he won’t be back until 4-6 weeks. It’s only been 2 weeks. Hope Pep don’t rush him.”
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“And when the world needed him most, he returned.”
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“He’s an absolute monster of a player. Recovered from a 6 week injury in 2. The title is ours.”
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“Title is ours.”
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“Still want Stones to play. Revive the Stones/Dias partnership please Pep.”
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“Stones x Dias to carry us to the PL title, run it back..”
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“If we win the league it will boosts his legacy….”
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“Don’t rush him back! It’s not like he’s been outstanding anyway. He’s been making silly mistakes that has resulted in goals. Stones and Laporte can keep playing till he’s fully ready..”
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