Manchester Metropolis defender Josko Gvardiol could have surgical procedure later this week after breaking his shinbone in Sunday’s 1-1 Premier League draw with Chelsea.

Croatia worldwide Gvardiol, 23, was withdrawn after 51 minutes in opposition to Chelsea, whereas his fellow central defender Ruben Dias additionally went off injured half an hour later.

In a press release, Metropolis stated they had been nonetheless making an attempt to “verify the total extent” of Gvardiol’s harm and his anticipated restoration time.

In a submit on Instagram,, exterior Gvardiol thanked followers for his or her help and wrote: “It is a exhausting second, however it is going to by no means outline me. I do know who I’m and the place I come from.”

He added: “I am going to battle daily to return stronger. I’ll rise once more, higher than ever.”

In the meantime, Metropolis have recalled academy product Max Alleyne from his mortgage spell at Championship aspect Watford and he may very well be concerned within the squad for Wednesday’s Premier League recreation in opposition to Brighton.

The 20-year-old – son of former England cricketer and present Gloucestershire head coach Mark Alleyne – made 17 appearances for the Hornets after becoming a member of on a season’s mortgage.

However with England centre-back John Stones additionally at present sidelined, that deal has been reduce quick as Pep Guardiola’s aspect, who’re exploring a January transfer for Crystal Palace captain Marc Guehi, attempt to deal with their rising harm disaster in defence.