Pep Guardiola To Miss Next Two Manchester City Games After Undergoing Routine Back Surgery

Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola will miss his side’s next two Premier League matches against Sheffield United and Fulham after undergoing routine back surgery.

Pep Guardiola will miss Manchester City’s next two Premier League matches against Sheffield United and Fulham after undergoing ‘routine back surgery’, the club has confirmed.

Guardiola returned to his native Barcelona to go under the knife, in what City have revealed to be a successful surgery. Their statement also confirmed that he will remain in the Catalan city to continue his rehabilitation, and will resume his duties after the upcoming international break.

In his absence, assistant manager Juanma Lillo will take charge of training, as well as both matches as the Cityzens look to maintain their 100% record in the English top flight.

Pep Guardiola has today undergone a routine operation on a back problem.

Everyone at Manchester City wishes Pep a speedy recovery, and look forward to seeing him back in Manchester soon.

— Manchester City (@ManCity) August 22, 2023

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City’s statement on the matter read: “Pep Guardiola has today undergone a routine operation on a back problem.

“The Manchester City boss has been suffering with severe back pain for some time lately, and flew out to Barcelona for emergency surgery performed by Dr Mireia Illueca. The surgery was a success, and Pep will now recover and rehabilitate in Barcelona.

“In his absence, assistant manager Juanma Lillo will oversee coaching of the first team on the training field and will assume duties on the touchline until Pep’s return. He is expected to return after the forthcoming international break.

“Everyone at Manchester City wishes Pep a speedy recovery, and look forward to seeing him back in Manchester soon.”