De Bruyne Facing Up To Six Weeks Out At Man City With Muscle Problem

The Belgium international midfielder picked up an untimely knock during a meeting with Aston Villa and is now stuck on the sidelines

Manchester City have been rocked by the news that Kevin De Bruyne is set to miss up to six weeks of action due to a muscle injury.

De Bruyne pulled up sharply in the 2-0 victory over Aston Villa and was substituted just before the hour mark, sparking fears that he could be set for a spell on the sidelines.

And Pep Guardiola has now confirmed that his star man is set to miss at least a month of action, telling reporters: “Kevin, like the doctor said today after reviewing the scan, will be four to six weeks out.

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