Manchester City manager Manuel Pellegrini has revealed key midfield playmaker David Silva is set to miss the Barclays Premier League clash against Crystal Palace on Saturday afternoon.
The Spanish international has been in superb form at the start of the season and has played a important role in the club’s perfect start, but will not take any part of the game at Selhurst Park because of a ankle knock.
Another player who is also set to miss the fixture in south London is summer signing Fabian Delph as he limped out of England’s Euro 2016 qualifier against Switzerland on Tuesday night after less than 30 seconds and is now expected to miss at least a month of action.
News of the midfield duo’s injury news was provided via the club’s official Twitter account during Pellegrini’s pre-match press conference.
PELLEGRINI: “Silva is out as I think it would be a risk for him to take another knock on his ankle. I hope he will be OK for Juventus.”
— Manchester City FC (@MCFC) September 11, 2015
PELLEGRINI: “As for Delph, I don’t know how long it will be, we’ll see. I think at this moment it will be a month and a half.” #palacevcity
— Manchester City FC (@MCFC) September 11, 2015
SEE ALSO:
Twitter reacts to the news of Man City boss Manuel Pellegrini being named Barclays Premier League manager of the month
Man City boss scoops Barclays Premier League manager of the month award after four straight wins in August
Best footballer for each age group 18-38, with Ronaldo & Messi joining Chelsea & Man Utd stars plus Liverpool legend
Silva’s injury could hand a debut to the club’s record signing Kevin De Bruyne as he the most natural choice to occupy the no.10 role just behind the lone striker.