A Manchester City winger has returned to training but he may not be ready to face Leeds | OneFootball

Jeremy Doku has missed the past six matches that Manchester City have played due to injury. The Belgian international sustained an injury after putting in a dominant display in the first 35 minutes of Manchester City’s 2-nil win over Galatasaray in City’s final Champions League league phase fixture. Doku has been missed by Pep Guardiola’s side given the attacking outlet he adds to City’s play. Pep Guardiola has revealed that Doku has now returned to training. But Guardiola was unsure if Doku would play in Manchester City’s upcoming Premier League fixture against Leeds United at Elland Road this weekend.

Jeremy Doku is edging closer to returning from injury for Manchester City.

Speaking in his pre-game press conference ahead of Manchester City’s critical Premier League fixture against Leeds, Pep Guardiola was asked if Jeremy Doku was close to returning to the pitch. Guardiola revealed that Doku had finally returned to training. He said, “Yesterday he made the first training.” Guardiola added that he was unsure if Doku would feature against Leeds on Saturday. He explained, “I don’t know, we’ll talk with the doctors and officials afterwards.”

Jeremy Doku’s imminent return is good news for Pep Guardiola’s side.

Manchester City will receive a massive boost when Jeremy Doku returns from injury. Doku, with his dynamic dribbling, pace, and passing ability, adds variety to Manchester City’s attack. Doku has been superb this season for Pep Guardiola’s side. His play has gone up a level as he looks to have taken the next step as a player. Doku, when fit, is a vital component of Manchester City’s play. With the 25/26 season reaching a critical phase, Jeremy Doku’s return will be a huge boost for Manchester City’s chances.

It remains to be seen if Jeremy Doku will feature for Manchester City against Leeds United this weekend, but if he doesn’t, his return to the pitch is imminent. The Belgian international is now back training, which is welcome news for Pep Guardiola’s side.