Manchester City confirm Rayan Cherki injury, Guardiola faces two-month absence
Manchester City have been dealt a fresh blow as Rayan Cherki has been ruled out for up to three months. Medical tests this week confirmed the French midfielder suffered a serious thigh injury, leaving Pep Guardiola without one of his brightest young stars during a crucial stage of the season.
Lengthy Spell on the Sidelines
According to journalist Fabrizio Romano, Cherki’s recovery timeline is expected to last two to three months, depending on his rehabilitation progress. The 21-year-old had started the season in good form, making the news particularly frustrating for both the player and coaching staff.
The injury is a recurrence of a thigh issue he sustained while at Lyon, but this time the damage is considered more severe.
City’s Early-Season Struggles
Manchester City’s campaign has already stumbled out of the gates, with Guardiola’s men struggling to keep pace in the title race. The loss of Cherki only adds to their problems, reducing options in midfield creativity and depth.
Growing Injury List
Cherki joins a crowded treatment room at the Etihad. City are already without Mateo Kovačić, Marcus Bettinelli, Kalvin Phillips, and Josh Wilson-Esbrand, further complicating Guardiola’s rotation plans for both domestic and European competitions.
