Manchester City

Man City in crisis! Phil Foden & Mateo Kovacic suffer worrying injuries following Rodri setback as Pep Guardiola reveals new midfield plan

Manchester City’s midfield crisis has deepened as both Phil Foden and Mateo Kovacic join Rodri on the injury list ahead of the Premier League season. Pep Guardiola confirmed that Kovacic could be sidelined until October with an achilles problem, leaving the champions scrambling for solutions in the No.6 role. Foden’s setback further adds to Guardiola’s early-season selection headache.

Tijjani Reijnders ready to play 'anywhere' for Pep Guardiola after Rodri injury blow as new Man City signing bids to make instant impression after £46.5m move

New Manchester City signing Tijjani Reijnders is determined to prove his worth and impress Pep Guardiola, as he is willing to play anywhere in the midfield. Guardiola could make use of the Dutch international's versatility in the absence of Ballon d'Or winner Rodri, who suffered a fresh injury during the Club World Cup after recovering from his ACL setback.