Manchester City have suffered yet another injury setback, with defender John Stones pulling out of the England squad ahead of their upcoming World Cup qualifiers due to a muscle injury.
Manchester City defender John Stones has reflected on the mental and physical challenges he faced during a difficult campaign last season, describing periods of injury as "dark days" as he prepares to return to action.
Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola has confirmed that John Stones will be out for a "long period" while also casting doubt over Erling Haaland's involvement against Liverpool.
Manchester City are grappling with significant injury challenges as they prepare for pivotal clashes against Feyenoord and Liverpool.
John Stones' headed winner right at the death, which was subject to a dramatic VAR call, saw Manchester City escape with a controversial 2-1 win at Wolves.
John Stones was on target in stoppage-time to salvage a point for Manchester City in an intriguing 2-2 draw with 10-man Arsenal at the Etihad on Sunday.