Manchester City’s winger Oscar Bobb suffered a leg break during training and will undergo surgery, sidelining him for an estimated three-to-four months, according to manager Pep Guardiola. The 21-year-old Norwegian had been expected to feature prominently at the start of the season on the team’s right wing. Guardiola expressed sadness for Bobb’s injury, emphasizing the significance of long-term setbacks despite the player’s impressive pre-season performance.
City is preparing to face Chelsea in their Premier League opener on Sunday, with Bobb’s absence posing a challenge for the team. Bobb had caught attention during the team’s preseason tour in the United States and notably played a significant role in City’s victory over Manchester United in the Community Shield match.
In addition to Bobb’s injury, Guardiola confirmed that defensive midfielder Rodri would not be available for the Chelsea match due to a delayed return to preseason training following the European Championship. Furthermore, Guardiola mentioned that midfielder Kalvin Phillips was on the verge of a loan move to Ipswich.
This setback for Manchester City amplifies the need for adjustments ahead of their crucial season kickoff against Chelsea. The team will surely miss Bobb’s contributions on the pitch as they aim to navigate through a challenging start to the Premier League campaign.
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