‘Exceptional’ £25k-a-week Man City gem faces the biggest challenge of his career

Redaction Simon Brett with Tom Procter
Published on 2024-04-08 17:30:00

Manchester City is preparing to face Real Madrid in the Champions League quarter-final, with the first leg taking place at the Bernabeu. City, who are in terrific form and unbeaten in 2024, will be looking to secure a positive result to take back to the Etihad Stadium. Despite the tough challenge that Real Madrid poses, City managed to defeat them over two legs last season, setting a precedent for success.

Manager Pep Guardiola faces some injury concerns ahead of the game, with Kyle Walker and Nathan Ake ruled out due to injuries. This opens up an opportunity for young defender Rico Lewis to start against Real Madrid, marking the biggest challenge of his career so far. Despite his lack of experience, Lewis has impressed in recent games and has earned the trust of Guardiola in the Champions League.

Lewis’ performance against Real Madrid, especially against top winger Vinicius Junior, will be a significant moment in his career and could solidify his status as one of the top young talents in football. If Lewis performs well in Walker’s absence, it could be a major statement for his career progression. Guardiola will have to make some crucial decisions regarding the lineup, with Lewis being a strong contender to start in this challenging match.

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