Manchester City confirm nature of Josko Gvardiol’s injury

Manchester City Defender Josko Gvardiol is set to undergo surgery after the club confirmed he will need surgery for an injury suffered against Chelsea.

City announced on Monday that Gvardiol suffered a fractured tibia during the 1-1 draw with the Blues, a result which left them six points behind Premier League leaders Arsenal.

It is unclear how long Gvardiol will remain on the sidelines, the City Statement reading in part: “The defender will undergo surgery later this week and assessment remains ongoing to determine the full extent of the injury and expected prognosis.”

Gvardiol has made 23 appearances for City this season, with the Croatia international scoring twice and providing four assists.

Manchester City could move Guehi

With Ruben Dias also injured against Chelsea and John Stones already out, City are have reportedly increased their interest in Crystal Palace defender Marc Guehi.

City were thought to be waiting to learn the extent of Gvardiol and Dias’ injuries before making a decision on whether to pursue Guehi.

Yet confirmation of the nature of the injury to the versatile Gvardiol, who can operate as both a centre-back and full-back, could now spur them into action.

Guehi was close to signing for Liverpool on deadline day of the previous transfer window, but the move collapsed due to Palace’s inability to find a replacement for the England international.

However, with Guehi out of contract at the end of the season, the Eagles could now look to cash in and avoid losing him for free.

City host Brighton & Hove Albion in the Premier League on Wednesday as they look to pile pressure on Arsenal ahead of the Gunners’ clash with Liverpool on Thursday.