Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has raised serious concerns over the team’s escalating injury crisis, stating they are “in trouble” as they head into a challenging part of the season.
Following their recent 2-1 defeat in the Carabao Cup, Guardiola reported that City has only 13 fully fit outfield players available.
This shortage is unprecedented for Guardiola in his nine-year tenure at the club, highlighting that the squad has never been so depleted by injuries at once.
Key players, including striker Erling Haaland, were rested in the recent League Cup loss due to risk of aggravating injuries, reflecting Guardiola’s caution amid the growing list of sidelined players.
Guardiola warned that, with several high-stakes matches on the horizon, the team’s depth and resilience will be tested, intensifying their bid to manage the Premier League, Champions League, and domestic competitions under these conditions.
