Manchester City midfielder Mateo Kovacic is in danger of being sidelined due to a suspected back injury, casting doubt on his availability for the upcoming fixtures. The Croatian international was unable to participate in Croatia’s Euro 2024 qualifying matches against Latvia and Armenia, citing a muscle problem as the cause. A subsequent MRI scan will determine the extent of the injury, potentially requiring him to rest for at least 10 days.
This setback comes at a crucial time for Kovacic, who joined Manchester City from Chelsea in a £25 million ($32 million) transfer during the summer transfer window. Since his arrival, Kovacic has made six appearances in various competitions, making his presence in the squad valuable.
The immediate concern for City fans is Kovacic’s availability for their Premier League clash against West Ham scheduled for Saturday. Should he be forced to sit out due to the injury, it would be a blow to Pep Guardiola’s side, as they strive to maintain their momentum in the league.
Kovacic’s injury status will be closely monitored in the coming days, and City supporters will hope for a swift recovery from their summer acquisition.
