Manchester City star set for ‘three to four weeks out’ through thigh injury

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Published on 2024-03-11 17:14:58

Manchester City and Pep Guardiola face a challenge as their main goalkeeper, Ederson, is set to be sidelined for up to a month due to a thigh injury sustained during a match against Liverpool. The incident occurred in the second half of the game at Anfield, where Ederson collided with Darwin Nunez, resulting in a penalty kick for Liverpool that was converted by Alexis Mac Allister.

Despite playing on after the goal, Ederson soon signaled the need for a substitution and was replaced by Stefan Ortega Moreno. The German keeper performed admirably for Manchester City, making crucial saves to secure a draw against Liverpool. However, the initial diagnosis of Ederson’s injury indicates a significant absence from the team.

According to reports from MailSport’s Jack Gaughan, Ederson is expected to be out for three to four weeks with a thigh injury. This prognosis casts doubt on his availability for Manchester City’s upcoming match against Arsenal at the end of the month. Further details reveal that the injury is located in the rectus femoris muscle of Ederson’s right leg.

Pep Guardiola expressed concern about Ederson’s injury after the Liverpool game, hinting that the news may not be positive. In Ederson’s absence, Stefan Ortega is likely to start in Manchester City’s next game against Newcastle United in the FA Cup quarter-final.

In addition to the Arsenal clash, Manchester City will face Aston Villa and Crystal Palace in the Premier League, as well as awaiting the draw for the UEFA Champions League quarter-finals. The team is also managing the absence of Jack Grealish, who is sidelined with an injury from a previous match. Ederson’s setback adds to the challenges faced by Guardiola’s team as they navigate a busy schedule of important fixtures.

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