After Gvardiol, Man City will suffer another defensive blow, as Dias has been ruled out for weeks

Manchester City’s Premier League title challenge has suffered a major setback, with manager Pep Guardiola confirming on Tuesday that defender Ruben Dias will be out for four to six weeks with a hamstring injury, while Josko Gvardiol faces a lengthy spell on the sidelines after breaking his tibia.

Both players sustained their injuries during City’s 1-1 draw with Chelsea at the Etihad Stadium on Sunday.

City are second in the league with 42 points, six behind leaders Arsenal after twenty games.

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«Dias, hamstring for four to six weeks,» Guardiola told reporters ahead of Wednesday’s home match against 10th-placed Brighton & Hove Albion. “Gvardiol has been out for a long time.

«(John) Stones, no idea. Not ready for the next games. (Nathan) Okay fine.

«With the spirit we have, we can always handle it. Given the fatigue, we have to see the faces and make a decision tomorrow. We will see tomorrow.»

Published on January 6, 2026