Sane, Silva, Stones, Laporte - Manchester City injury latest and expected return dates

Manchester City have suffered a number of injury problems his season, which led the Premier League champions stand on the 3rd place of the Premier league table. Now the Citizens would be glad to see one of their crucial players Sergio Aguero near to returning to the game after picking up a muscle injury a month ago. Ahead of the festive season, four City players still are not fit the upcoming matches. David Silva had to miss the club fixtures after suffering a 'huge kick' during the Manchester derby. The City boss Pep Guardiola hopes the club captain be back soon, saying he is "getting better day by day." John Stones has started his playing campaign, spending much of the time on the sidelines. the centre-back has picked another injury right after returning to the game again. The 25-year-old is already back for training and is possible to be on the action sooner than expected. “It’s a few weeks. We have two defenders and Eric,” said Guardiola. Leroy Sane has near to his come back after long-term recovery from ligament damage. He is still away from the action, but his recovery process is going the right direction. The City boss told: "It’s the next step to get to the pitch and the next round will be to start training with us and be part of the training session. A full training session is an incredibly good news for him and for all of us. This is good." Aymeric Laporte's absence has become a huge blow for the Citizens. He damaged his cartilage and lateral meniscus during the Brighton clash and still won't be able to play for the club. He is not expected to return to the game until 2020. Laporte has posted a training montage on his Instagram, showing he continues his recovery. He told: "I miss you as much as you miss me but trust me I'm working hard to come back sooner and stronger."

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