Man City defender Nathan Ake, 30, has broken his silence on a season filled with injury woes. The 30-year-old battles physical setbacks that have disrupted his campaign.
Ake joined City from Bournemouth in 2020 and racked up 143 appearances. This season, he featured in only 18 matches across all competitions.
Early setbacks marred his season. He missed action for two months in September and October with a hamstring injury, sat out in December, and suffered a muscle issue in January that kept him out for about four weeks.
The latest blow struck during the FA Cup fifth round against Plymouth Argyle. City rallied from a 1-0 deficit to win 3-1, but Ake left the field at half-time after a foot injury.
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The defender underwent surgery on a fractured foot that troubled him for months. He confirmed his successful operation on Instagram and promised a focused recovery ahead.
Pep Guardiola acknowledged Ake’s persistent struggles with his feet. The coach admitted that injury challenges continue and hopes the younger players will step up until Ake returns.
Teammates quickly rallied behind him. Erling Haaland and Rico Lewis sent their support via social media, while Netherlands colleagues Micky van de Ven, Donyell Malen, Sven Botman, and Cody Gakpo wished him a speedy recovery.
Ake’s prolonged absence deepens City’s defensive injury crisis. With John Stones, Manuel Akanji, Ruben Dias, Abdukodir Khusanov, and Vitor Reis battling fitness issues, City now prepare to face Nottingham Forest in the Premier League.
