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Still starter when fit Akanji started in 23 of his 26 appearances while registering nine interceptions, 19 tackles and 62 clearances in the Premier League.

Impact Akanji saw a long spell on the sidelines from February to April due to injury, but would still maintain his starting role when he was fit, starting in all but three of his appearances. This concludes a fourth straight season with the club registering at least 20 starts, a mainstay in the defense for the club. He will be one of the veteran presences in the defense moving into the next season and will likely see a similar role, but will have to be wary, as a few younger players will be bidding for his spot alongside Nathan Ake, who spent most of the season injured.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

"We need to sell him", "Dreadful in that game" - Fans slam 29-year-old Manchester City star after 1-0 loss in FA Cup final vs Crystal Palace Manchester City fans have slammed Manuel Akanji for his performance in the FA Cup final against Crystal Palace on Saturday, May 17.

MAY 17 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Sees first start since return Akanji registered four shots (one on goal) in Saturday's 0-0 draw against Southampton.

Impact Akanji was back in the starting XI for the first time since his return April 19, seeing the full 90 in the draw. He would see four shots in the goalless bout, a season-high for the defender. He would also add one tackle, a clean sheet and four clearances in the defense.

MAY 11 • ROTOWIRE

On bench Saturday Akanji (groin) is on the bench for Saturday's clash with Everton.

Impact Akanji had a chance to return for Saturday's game after recovering from a groin injury that sidelined him since mid-February. He starts on the bench Saturday as he is not being rushed back into the starting XI after two months without playing. He will likely build his fitness gradually in the coming games before finding his starting role back.

APRIL 19 • ROTOWIRE

Chance to return Akanji (groin) could return for Saturday's trip to Everton, per manager Pep Guardiola."Manu, yes, [he's had] two or three training sessions with us. I see him moving really well."

Impact Akanji has been training and could be back for Saturday's trip. The defender would be a major boon if deemed fit enough to return, especially with the injuries elsewhere in the starting XI. Akanji last played in mid-February so even if he's deemed fit he might not immediately start.

APRIL 18 • ROTOWIRE

Training better recently Akanji (groin) is training better this week, coach Pep Guardiola said in the press conference. "He's training better. All of them will come before the end of the season. I don't kn...

Impact Akanji suffered an abductor injury against Real Madrid in mid-Feb. He is still in his recovery process, but he has been training better in recent days. His timeline for return remains unclear, although his coach has stated he will return before the end of the season. Until he returns to full fitness, Abdukodir Khusanov is seeing a larger role in central defense for the Citizens.

APRIL 2 • ROTOWIRE

Man City defender Manuel Akanji out for 8-10 weeks after needing surgery on muscle injury

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola says defender Manuel Akanji could be out for up to 10 weeks after needing an operation on a muscle injury

FEBRUARY 14 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Set for surgery Akanji (groin) is going to undergo surgery Saturday and miss more than two months, according to manager Pep Guardiola. "He has surgery on Saturday. Eight to 10 weeks out."

Impact Akanji was feared to have suffered a serious muscular injury during a clash with Real Madrid. In the end the worst came to pass, as the defender is now set for a spell on the sideline. Akanji is expected to miss more than two months, potentially pointing towards a larger role for Nathan Ake and John Stones.

FEBRUARY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable moving forward Akanji (groin) is questionable for the club's next two matches and is feared to have suffered a muscle injury, according to manager Pep Guardiola, per Jonathan Gorrie of The Standa...

Impact Akanji received his initial report following his injury Tuesday, but the exact extent of his issues is still unclear. A muscle injury seems to be the main culprit but the question up in the air is his return date, already being labeled as questionable for their next two games. This could be a significant loss for the team if he remains out, as he is a regular starter, with the likes of Nathan Ake or John Stones to continue in his spot if he misses more time.

FEBRUARY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Injured before half Akanji was holding his groin and forced off at halftime during Tuesday's clash with Real Madrid.

Impact Akanji was able to play through until half time, but he couldn't come out for the second half. The defender was replaced by Rico Lewis, who is certainly a more adventurous option in the XI. Akanji's first chance to return will be a Saturday clash with Newcastle.

FEBRUARY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Akanji says Man City 'can beat every team in Europe' as Real Madrid and Bayern Munich lie in wait | Sporting News Canada Manchester City were 45 minutes away from going out of the UEFA Champions League and will face Bayern Munich or Real Madrid next. But Manuel...

JANUARY 30 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Manuel Akanji reveals Pep Guardiola's message to struggling Man City stars | Sporting News Canada Manchester City have won just one of their past 13 games in all competitions after the 1-1 Boxing Day draw against Everton in the Premier Le...

DECEMBER 27, 2024 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

"I think we played well compared to other matches" - Akanji defends Manchester City's performance in draw against Everton Manchester City defender Manuel Akanji has defended his team's performance in their 1-1 draw against Everton on Boxing Day.

DECEMBER 26, 2024 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Starting on Saturday Akanji (abdomen) made Manchester City's XI to face Aston Villa on Saturday.

Impact Akanji returns to the starting lineup after missing three matches, playing alongside John Stones in the back. He has tallied six tackles (all won), nine clerances and one interception in his last four appearances, with no clean sheets.

DECEMBER 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Available for Aston Villa game Akanji (undisclosed) is back in team training and is doing good, coach Pep Guardiola said in the press conference.

Impact Akanji has missed Manchester City's last three games due to an abdomen injury but is close to a return for Saturday's clash against Aston Villa. He could start in the XI with Ruben Dias ruled out for several weeks and Nathan Ake still unavailable.

DECEMBER 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out with abdomen injury Akanji (abdomen) remains out for Sunday's clash with Manchester United, according to manager Pep Guardiola. "He has discomfort in the stomach area, abductor. It doesn't feel good b...

Impact Akanji has been on the sideline for recent weeks and it seems that his injury is more a case of pain management than anything else. It's not clear how long he'll be sidelined but the defender would be in for a major role when he's back fit once more.

DECEMBER 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Akanji (undisclosed) is out for Wednesday's trip to Juventus, according to manager Pep Guardiola. "Nathan [Ake] will be longer than Manu [Akanji] but I don't know [how long]."

Impact Akanji is still sidelined for Wednesday's clash with Juventus as he deals with an undisclosed issue. There's no specific timeline on his recovery, but the hope is that he will be back before the end of the year.

DECEMBER 10, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Misses out Akanji (undisclosed) is out for Saturday's match against Crystal Palace.

Impact Akanji did not make the cut after being a game-time call for Saturday's contest, with the defender ultimately being left out due to his issues. This leaves the club with a starting back line of Kyle Walker, Ruben Dias, Josko Gvardiol and Rico Lewis. He will look for a return when facing Juventus in UCL play on Wednesday.

DECEMBER 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Uncertain Saturday Akanji (undisclosed) is a true game-time call for Saturday's trip to Crystal Palace, according to manager Pep Guardiola. "Manu [Akanji] we'll see."

Impact Akanji has been close to return in recent days and is now a true game-time call. The defender could be even more crucial for the starting XI with Nathan Ake (hamstring) out seemingly for a significant period of time. If at all fit Akanji may be needed straight back in the starting XI.

DECEMBER 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Injured, hopeful to return soon Akanji has suffered an injury and is out for the club's next two matches, according to manager Pep Guardiola. "Manu for the last two months or so has struggled. We'll see in three...

Impact Akanji had to be forced off at halftime of Wednesday's match, with the defender suffering an undisclosed injury against Forest. This will leave him out for at least the next two games, eyeing a return against Manchester United on Dec. 15. He will hope to then return against the Red Devils as expected, with Ruben Dias and Josko Gvardiol likely to take the reins in the center of the defense as John Stones (foot) and Nathan Ake (undisclosed) are also injured.

DECEMBER 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Spurs Akanji (ankle) is in the starting XI for Saturday's clash with Spurs.

Impact Akanji is back in the starting XI after training during the international break. The center-back clearly worked without issues as he's now straight into the starting XI for the first match back.

NOVEMBER 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Possibility for Saturday Akanji (ankle) is questionable for Saturday's match against Tottenham after training this week, according to manager Pep Guardiola. "Manu trained good."

Impact Akanji could be in for a return after not serving with Switzerland due to an ankle issue, as he has returned to training this week. This would be a huge addition for the club, with the defender starting in all but two of the club's matches this campaign. That said, he should be expected to see the start in the center of the defense, likely starting alongside Nathan Ake.

NOVEMBER 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Unused Saturday with ankle issue Akanji has been left out of the Swiss National Team callups with an ankle injury, forcing him to be an unused sub during the loss to Brighton.

Impact Akanji is expected to take the extra week to recover from an ankle injury, forcing him to miss the clash with Brighton. He continues to be a solid choice in the back line for Manchester City, starting all nine games in the PL while totaling 23 clearances, seven tackles and eight crosses (three won). This puts him at a questionable state for the Tottenham clash on Nov 23.

NOVEMBER 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Starting as expected Akanji (strain) is in the starting XI for Saturday's trip to Bournemouth.

Impact Akanji told reporters Friday that he is fit to play Saturday, and as expected he's in the starting XI. The center-back is straight back in the first team after being scratched mid-week due to a minor issue.

NOVEMBER 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Expects to play Saturday Akanji (strain) is expected to be an option for Saturday's match against Bournemouth, the player told Sky Sports News.

Impact Akanji looks to have shaken off the strain that prevented him from playing Wednesday, as the defender claimed he was fine and would play Saturday. This would be a huge addition to the team, as they are already reeling from injuries all around the club. He will likely see the start if completely fit, with John Stones or Nathan Ake as backup options if Akanji is placed on the bench to begin.

NOVEMBER 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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Man City defender Manuel Akanji out for 8-10 weeks after needing surgery on muscle injury