Ederson, Silva, Stones: Full Man City injury news & possible return dates ahead of Bournemouth

Man City will hope that they can make the most of their last chance to win silverware this season, as their only chance remains in the FA Cup.

They play Bournemouth in the quarter-finals after the March international break. City headed into the break with a 2-2 draw against Brighton, and have won just one of their last four Premier League games.

Pep Guardiola’s side are fifth in the league table, one point behind Chelsea in fourth, and hoping they can land a Champions League spot for next season. But with the Bournemouth game an immediate priority, who could they miss for the game on March 30.

Oscar Bobb

Bobb has been recovering from a long-term fracture in his ankle which he underwent surgery for in August. He has been back in training since, but is working to get back to full fitness.

Guardiola said last week: “I hope [he can return after the break]. He's training now regularly and feels better. He played a friendly game [on Thursday] with the second team because he has to be on the pitch.”

Expected return date - Sunday 30 March vs Bournemouth (A)

Ederson

Goalkeeper Ederson missed City’s last game against Brighton with an abdominal issue, however it is expected to be a minor issue for the Brazilian. He should be fit for the Bournemouth game and beyond, which will be a big help for City during the run-in.

Expected return date - Sunday 30 March vs Bournemouth (A)

Bernardo Silva

Midfielder Silva picked up a knock during the 2-2 draw against Brighton, he had to be taken off the pitch, but his issue is not expected to be a major problem. Silva is currently being assessed throughout the international break, and will be hoping for a return against Bournemouth in the FA Cup.

Expected return date - Sunday 30 March vs Bournemouth (A)

Manuel Akanji

Swiss international Akanji is recovering from a groin injury that he suffered in February. He underwent surgery and was initially given a timeline of 8-10 weeks, which still stands. Akanji is most likely looking at a return for City in late April.

Expected return date - Saturday 26 April vs Aston Villa (H)

John Stones

It remains unclear just as to how long Stones will remain out for, but the hope is that he will return before the end of the season. He has a hamstring injury that he suffered in February. There was a chance that he could have needed surgery, but it wasn’t required and he’s looking at a late-season return as things stand.

Expected return date - Saturday 3 May vs Wolves (H)

Nathan Ake

Ake is dealing with a foot injury which forced him to have surgery on at the start of March, he is a doubt for the remainder of the season however.

Guardiola said last week: “ 10-11 weeks they said to me [to be out]. When you have surgery it’s serious. He has struggled a lot this season with the problems in his feet.”

Expected return date - Sunday 25 May vs Fulham (A)

Rodri

Rodri is working to get back before the end of the season with the summer’s club World Cup a likely return for the Spanish midfielder.

In other news, Manchester City have identified a summer transfer target who can replace Kyle Walker.