Manchester City midfielder sustains potentially season-ending injury

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Published on 2024-05-06 18:30:00

Manchester City’s Kalvin Phillips has had a challenging season, with injuries and limited game time hindering his progress. His loan spell at West Ham is now likely over due to a calf injury, forcing him to return to City for treatment. It is unclear where Phillips will undergo rehabilitation, but his future at Manchester City seems uncertain as he may be sold in the upcoming summer transfer window.

The decision to loan Phillips to West Ham was made in hopes of him gaining more experience and confidence, but things have not gone according to plan. The midfielder has struggled with individual errors and now faces another setback with this injury. Manchester City may be looking to recruit a direct replacement for Phillips, with Newcastle’s Bruno Guimaraes and West Ham’s Lucas Paqueta being considered as potential options.

In addition to potential replacements for Phillips, Manchester City is also reportedly making contingency plans for the future of Kevin De Bruyne, who is attracting interest from the Saudi Arabian league. The club is looking to strengthen their central areas with new signings, preparing for potential changes in their midfield lineup. Phillips’ injury adds another layer of uncertainty to Manchester City’s midfield plans for the upcoming season.

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