Walker faces injury setback after England duty with Man City
- Kyle Walker has joined the injury list after returning from international duty with a knee issue.
- This incident follows a pattern of frustrations for manager Pep Guardiola regarding injuries sustained during friendly matches.
- Guardiola advocates for better communication between national and club team managers about player fitness.
In Manchester, England, Kyle Walker sustained a knee injury while on international duty with the England national team. As a result, he will not participate in Manchester City's upcoming Champions League match against Sparta Prague. This situation has frustrated City manager Pep Guardiola, who expressed his anger regarding injuries suffered by players during friendly matches in the past, particularly recalling last season when both Walker and John Stones returned injured after international breaks, affecting crucial Premier League and Champions League matches. Guardiola criticized the lack of communication between national team management and club managers about player readiness and health before friendlies. Currently, Manchester City is also dealing with injuries to Rodri, Oscar Bobb, and Kevin De Bruyne, who is close to returning but still feels discomfort from a previous groin injury sustained in a match against Inter Milan in September. De Bruyne's return is anticipated but contingent on his complete fitness.