Devastating blow for Oscar Bobb! Man City winger facing months out after fracturing bone in his leg on eve of new Premier League season

According to Jack Gaughan, Bobb has fractured a bone in his leg, which is a major blow to City. They had high hopes for the Norwegian international following his impressive performances during the previous campaign and pre-season and now must rethink their tactical strategy as he is likely to be sidelined for months, as reported by Fabrizio Romano.

It has also been reported that City are exploring the possibility of sending the talented winger to Barcelona for a thorough examination by the renowned specialist, Dr Ramon Cugat.

Moreover, The Mirrorreports that initial assessments at the Etihad suggest that the injury might not be as severe as initially feared. However, the club is erring on the side of caution and will await a full diagnosis before making any decisions on the winger’s treatment plan and recovery timeline.

Bobb’s injury is particularly disheartening given his recent standout performance in the Community Shield against Manchester United. The young winger was instrumental in the match, setting up Bernardo Silva’s equaliser with a dazzling piece of skill in the dying moments of the game. City eventually triumphed in the penalty shootout, and Bobb’s contribution was a reminder of the creative spark he brings to Guardiola’s side. The Norwegian's ability to influence games was one of the reasons City felt comfortable allowing Julian Alvarez to join Atletico Madrid. Now, the young winger’s potential absence could force Guardiola to rethink his attacking options as the club looks to secure a record-extending fifth-consecutive Premier League title.

Manchester City’s Premier League title defence begins with a challenging away fixture against Chelsea at Stamford Bridge on Sunday, August 18. And in the absence of Bobb, new signing Savio is now expected to be the primary option in the right-wing position.