This time Pep Guardiola put himself at injury list

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Pep Guardiola, the coach of Manchester City, was enduring intense back pain. Consequently, he had to undergo a minor surgical procedure urgently. It will take some time for his recuperation. Consequently, he will not be present on the touchline for the forthcoming two matches of the Citizens.

A statement from Man City on Tuesday verified that Guardiola’s surgery had been successful. He had to journey from England to his hometown of Barcelona in Spain for the surgical intervention. The recovery process for the 52-year-old esteemed coach will continue there.

The statement conveyed: “The Manchester City coach has been grappling with severe back pain in recent days and traveled to Barcelona to undergo urgent surgery conducted by Doctor Mireia Yueka. The surgery was a triumph and Pep will now carry on with his recovery and rehabilitation in Barcelona.”

Pep Guardiola will undergo a surgery. /

The FIFA window stretches from September 4 to 12. During this period, footballers will engage in matches representing their respective national teams. Before this commences, the reigning champions City are slated for two matches in the English Premier League. Juanma Lillo, the assistant coach, will assume responsibility in Guardiola’s absence.

City anticipates the return of one of the finest coaches in history, Guardiola, following the international hiatus. The statement appended, “All members of Manchester City wish Pep a swift recovery and eagerly await his return to Manchester in the near future.”

On Sunday, Man City will play host to Sheffield United. Subsequently, they will square off against Fulham at the Etihad Stadium on September 2. They currently occupy the second position in the Premier League standings, separated by goal difference. Their accomplishment stands at a perfect 6 points across two matches.

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