New Kevin De Bruyne injury update revealed ahead of Manchester City’s return to face Arsenal

An update on the fitness of Kevin De Bruyne has been released ahead of Manchester City’s Premier League match against Arsenal on Sunday.

Pep Guardiola has had a tough time with fitness concerns during the recent international break, especially with his defensive players picking up injuries while on international duty.

Kyle Walker and John Stones both had to be substituted early while playing for England against Brazil and Belgium, with Stones yet to undergo a diagnosis for a potential adductor issue.

Manuel Akanji and Matheus Nunes also suffered knocks while on international duty and will be assessed upon their return to Manchester City.

On a positive note, there is encouraging news about Kevin De Bruyne’s fitness ahead of the game against Arsenal.

According to ESPN’s Rob Dawson, Manchester City are optimistic that Kevin De Bruyne will be fit for the Arsenal match.

It is also reported that there is growing hope that De Bruyne will be available for selection after training with the Under-23s on Tuesday.

The medical staff will keep monitoring De Bruyne’s progress, but he is expected to participate in first-team training on Thursday.

Despite missing a significant part of the season due to a hamstring injury, De Bruyne has been a standout performer for City since returning.

In his 14 appearances this season, he has scored two goals and provided 13 assists, showcasing his importance to the team.

With challenging fixtures coming up, De Bruyne’s fitness will be crucial for City as they aim to compete on multiple fronts.