Manchester City’s Antoine Semenyo Sidelined for Eight Weeks with Knee Injury
Manchester City forward Antoine Semenyo faces up to eight weeks out with a knee injury, while teammate Erling Haaland could return for the Champions League.
POLICY WIRE — Manchester, England — Manchester City winger Antoine Semenyo is facing an absence of up to eight weeks after sustaining a knee injury over the weekend.
City manager Enzo Maresca confirmed the timeline on Monday, delivering a significant setback to the club following the player’s strong performances at the start of the managerial reign.
The 26-year-old Ghana international was initially rested for Saturday’s fixture against Ipswich Town before entering as a substitute in the 77th minute, during which time he picked up the leg injury.
While Semenyo faces a lengthy recovery on the sidelines, teammate Erling Haaland appears to have avoided a serious issue after picking up a knock during the weekend match.
Maresca indicated that Haaland could be available for selection ahead of Tuesday’s upcoming Champions League fixture against AEK Athens.
Providing a broader update on squad fitness concerning players such as Kovacic, Nunes, Haaland, and O’Reilly, Maresca noted that the rest of the group is more or less all clear.
Reporting by Policy-Wire (PW)
