Manchester City settled for a 1-1 draw against West Ham in the Premier League on Saturday, extending their gap to nine points behind leaders Arsenal despite periods of dominance. The team now shifts focus to the Champions League last-16 second leg against Real Madrid at the Etihad Stadium on Tuesday, where they trail 3-0 from the first leg and must overcome mounting injury challenges.
Latest Injury News from the Etihad
Savinho – Hamstring
The Brazilian winger exited at halftime during the first-leg defeat to Real Madrid due to hamstring discomfort, ruling him out of the West Ham trip. He remains on track to feature in Tuesday’s return match.
Potential return: Real Madrid (H)
John Stones – Ankle
The England defender, who has battled injuries this season, felt ankle discomfort in training and sat out the West Ham game as a precaution. After starting in the recent FA Cup win at Newcastle, he is expected to rejoin the squad for Tuesday, pending Monday’s training assessment.
Potential return: Real Madrid (H)
Rico Lewis – Ankle
Rico Lewis continues to recover from an ankle issue that has sidelined him in recent weeks. Pep Guardiola noted ahead of the West Ham fixture that the player still experiences some swelling.
Potential return: March
Josko Gvardiol – Leg
Defender Josko Gvardiol remains out long-term after fracturing his leg in January’s draw with Chelsea. He races to regain fitness before the season ends and ahead of this summer’s World Cup.
Potential return: May/June
Max Alleyne – Knock
Youngster Max Alleyne has been absent since the FA Cup victory over Salford, where he sustained a knock. He returned to first-team training ahead of the Real Madrid first leg.
Potential return: March
Mateo Kovacic – Ankle
Midfielder Mateo Kovacic endured a frustrating season following an October ankle injury but has resumed training and was available as a substitute against West Ham.




