Man City taking Erling Haaland injury ‘day by day’ as Pep Guardiola provides fitness update after seeing star striker sit out crucial win at Luton Town

Pep Guardiola’s recent update on Erling Haaland has shed light on the Manchester City striker’s injury and his potential return to the pitch. Haaland, unfortunately, missed a crucial win against Luton Town due to a foot injury sustained during the defeat against Aston Villa.

According to Guardiola, Haaland had a bone stress reaction in his foot, causing significant pain and hindering his ability to walk properly the day after the Villa game. However, the coach provided some positive news, revealing that Haaland’s condition has improved over time. Guardiola stated, “Yesterday I spoke to him saying, ‘I feel much better, I can walk, I have no pain.’ That’s why we have to see how he is day by day.”

Fortunately for City fans, the injury is not as severe as initially feared. Guardiola confirmed that it is not a fracture but rather a stress on the bone. This news brings hope that Haaland could make a swift recovery and potentially be ready to return to action against Crystal Palace or even in time for the Club World Cup in Saudi Arabia.

Although Haaland has had a remarkable season, leading the Premier League as the top scorer with 14 goals and also sharing the position of joint-top scorer in the Champions League with five strikes, his absence has created an opportunity for other players to step up and contribute to the team’s success.

Guardiola also provided an update on another injured player, Jeremy Doku. The coach mentioned that Doku is expected to return from his muscular injury in approximately two weeks, which will be a welcome addition to the squad.

With a win against Luton Town, City seems to have regained their momentum after a four-match winless streak. Despite the injury setbacks, the team can now look forward to a more comfortable set of fixtures to close out the year. Hosting Sheffield United and Crystal Palace, as well as visiting Everton, City’s focus will also be on competing in the Club World Cup in Saudi Arabia.

As the days progress, all eyes will be on Haaland’s recovery process. City fans, teammates, and football enthusiasts alike eagerly await his return, hoping to witness his incredible goalscoring form once again.