Mateo Kovacic
31-Year-Old
Manchester City
Premier
OUT
Injury Achilles
Est. Return 9/27/2025
Close to return
Kovacic (achilles) is close to returning from injury, according to manager Pep Guardiola on Wednesday.
ANALYSIS
Kovacic is nearing the end of his recovery from the Achilles surgery he underwent in early June and could resume team training in the coming week. This is good news for the Citizens as the Croatian will add another option in midfield for coach Pep Guardiola, although he will likely hold a rotational role once fully fit.
Kovacic is nearing the end of his recovery from the Achilles surgery he underwent in early June and could resume team training in the coming week. This is good news for the Citizens as the Croatian will add another option in midfield for coach Pep Guardiola, although he will likely hold a rotational role once fully fit.
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Still far from return
Kovacic is currently rehabilitating from an Achilles injury and remains far from making his return, coach Pep Guardiola said in a press conference. "Kova injured until September or October - hopefully earlier."
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Undergoes Achilles surgery
Kovacic has undergone surgery on an Achilles injury and is set to miss the Club World Cup, the club announced.
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Sent off Tuesday
Kovacic was shown a red card and sent off during Tuesday's clash with Bournemouth. Kovacic assisted once before being sent off.
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Starting Tuesday
Kovacic (undisclosed) is in the starting XI for Tuesday's match against Bournemouth.
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Absent due to fitness levels
Kovacic was not involved in Saturday's 1-0 FA Cup loss to Crystal Palace due to his fitness levels, accoridng to manager Pep Guardiola, per Freddie Pye of the City Xtra. "He doesn't feel perfect. Tuesday, we have a game and I don't want to take a risk."
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Not keen on City departure
Kovacic is not interested in leaving Manchester City during the summer transfer window, according to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano.
ANALYSIS
The 31-year-old midfielder has been approached by Saudi Pro League clubs this summer regarding a potential transfer, but it seems that's not an option Kovacic is keen on exploring. The Croatia midfielder wants to stay at Manchester City, though the fierce competition for roles in midfield might limit his playing time going forward.
The 31-year-old midfielder has been approached by Saudi Pro League clubs this summer regarding a potential transfer, but it seems that's not an option Kovacic is keen on exploring. The Croatia midfielder wants to stay at Manchester City, though the fierce competition for roles in midfield might limit his playing time going forward.