Erling Haaland ruled out! Man City issue statement on striker's ankle injury after fresh tests amid fears Norwegian star will miss rest of season

Haaland was replaced during Sunday's FA Cup quarter-final win over Bournemouth after sustaining an ankle injury and was later spotted in a protective boot. Amid concerns his season may be over already, City have now offered an update on his current fitness.

The club said in a statement: "Manchester City FC can confirm that Erling Haaland has suffered an injury to his left ankle. The Norwegian striker sustained the injury during Sunday’s FA Cup quarter-final victory away at AFC Bournemouth. Erling underwent initial tests in Manchester on Monday morning and will now seek specialist consultation to confirm the full extent of the injury. Assessment remains ongoing to ascertain a full prognosis. The expectation is that Erling will be fit in time to play a further part in the remainder of this season, including this summer’s FIFA Club World Cup. Everyone at the Club wishes Erling a speedy recovery and mancity.com will bring you regular updates regarding his rehabilitation."

Despite City having their worst season in years, Haaland has still scored an impressive 30 goals in all competitions this season. Pep Guardiola's men are still trying to qualify for next season's Champions League and win the FA Cup but that will be a lot harder to do without the Norwegian leading their attack.

The fact that City said the 24-year-old is expected to be fit to play "a further part in the remainder of this season" suggests this isn't too serious an injury but it remains to be seen just how long he will be out for.