De Bruyne, Rodri, Bobb - Man City injury news and return dates ahead of Fulham
Manchester City enjoyed a perfect return to form on Tuesday night as they brushed Slovan Bratislava aside on the second matchday in the Champions League.
After a disappointing draw at Newcastle, Pep Guardiola's side put their Slovakian opponents to the sword and in truth should have won by more. Ilkay Gundogan and Phil Foden, who made his first start for the Blues this season, scored in the opening quarter of an hour to put the game beyond doubt.
However, City were frustrated until the 58th minute when Erling Haaland rounded goalkeeper Dominik Takac to make it 3-0. The scoring was completed with just over 15 minutes to go as Foden chipped the ball through for James McAtee to score his first-ever Champions League goal.
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Fortunately for the Blues, it appears they did not suffer any fresh injury concerns. With that in mind, MEN Sport has rounded up the latest injury news from the Etihad Stadium treatment room.
Kevin De Bruyne
Injury: Thigh
What we know: De Bruyne was once again missing from the squad on Tuesday night as the wait goes on for his return. Guardiola is not certain whether the Belgian will return before or after the October international break but considering his recent injury record, the Blues are likely to exercise caution.
Potential return date: Wolves (A) - October 20
Rodri
Injury: Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL)
What we know: Before the game in Bratislava, John Stones revealed he spoke with Rodri recently and he discovered the Spaniard's surgery was successful. Rodri is now on the long road to recovery.
Potential return date: August 2025
Oscar Bobb
Injury: Fractured Leg
What we know: The Norwegian suffered his leg break in August and he is now in a race against the clock to come back before the end of the year. The hope is that Bobb will play some part over the festive period.
Potential return date: December
Nathan Ake
Injury: Hamstring
What we know: Ake looked to be in severe pain after coming off with a hamstring injury during the last international break. The Dutchman will likely be back after the October international break.
Potential return date: Wolves (A) - October 20