Winger Oscar Bobb Injured in Training

The talented winger Oscar Bobb is facing some time off the pitch after he fractured a bone in his leg during a training session. This unfortunate incident happened on Wednesday when Bobb tried to make a turn without any other player involved.

At just 21 years old, Bobb has been making a name for himself, especially after impressing in the preseason tour of the U.S. and during the Community Shield match against Manchester United. He played a pivotal role by creating the equaliser for Bernardo Silva, and many expected him to have a bigger role this season.

As Manchester City gears up for their opening game against Chelsea on Sunday, Bobb’s injury is certainly a setback, especially since he had been looking sharp in recent games. The club is still assessing the full extent of his injury, but it’s clear he will miss the start of the season.

Coach Pep Guardiola was optimistic about Bobb’s future in the team, mentioning his unique qualities and potential for growth. He had been counting on Bobb’s contributions after losing some attacking options, including the sale of Julián Álvarez to Atlético Madrid for a hefty fee of £81 million.

With Bobb sidelined and other players like Phil Foden and Jack Grealish available, City will still have some firepower. Still, the team might consider adding another attacker to cope with the demanding schedule ahead.