Haaland sidelined by injury in major Man City blow

    Erling Haaland in action for Manchester City before injury sidelined him

    Manchester City were dealt a major blow with leading scorer Erling Haaland set for a spell on the sidelines after suffering an ankle injury as the season reaches its climax.

    The 24-year-old Norwegian was injured in Sunday’s 2-1 FA Cup quarter-final win at Bournemouth.

    Having just scored his 30th  goal of the season to level the tie, he was then hurt in a challenge with Bournemouth midfielder Lewis Cook.

    The Premier League champions did not provide a timescale for the player’s return.

    “The expectation is that Erling will be fit in time to play a further part in the remainder of this season, including this summer’s FIFA Club World Cup,” said a club statement.
     “Erling underwent initial tests in Manchester on Monday morning and will now seek specialist consultation to confirm the full extent of the injury.

     “Assessment remains ongoing to ascertain a full prognosis.”

    City are currently fifth in the Premier League and battling to ensure a spot in the Champions League next season.

    Pep Guardiola’s side face matches against Leicester and Manchester United this week.

    They then have a visit from Crystal Palace and a trip to Everton before their FA Cup semi-final against Nottingham Forest, at Wembley on April 26.

    Courtesy: https://thenationonlineng.net

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