Premier League: Pep Guardiola says Man City injuries prompted deadline day transfer for Borussia Dortmund’s Akanji
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Premier League: Pep Guardiola says Man City injuries prompted deadline day transfer for Borussia Dortmund’s Akanji

The Hindu  

Manchester City’s recent injury problems at the heart of their defence and a hectic schedule prompted them to seal a transfer deadline day deal for Swiss international centre back Manuel Akanji, manager Pep Guardiola said on Friday. Guardiola’s side will be without Aymeric Laporte for another month as he recovers from knee surgery while his fellow defender Nathan Ake is fit again after overcoming a muscle injury. Nathan had some concerns,” Guardiola told reporters before Saturday’s Premier League clash with Aston Villa. pleased he’s here.” Guardiola said he will not force Laporte into action before the next international break later this month.

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