O’Reilly, Alleyne, Kovacic - Man City injury latest and return dates after Pep Guardiola update

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Man City are in FA Cup action on Saturday as they take on Newcastle United at St James' Park

Manchester City have a break from the drama of the Premier League title race this week as they look to make it into the quarter-final of the FA Cup.

Pep Guardiola's side face a tough trip to St James’ Park to take on Newcastle in the third round in Saturday’s late kick-off. City will be looking to use the game to bounce back from the disappointment of the 2-2 draw with Nottingham Forest in their last outing.

Goals from Antoine Semenyo and Rodri had given them the lead twice in the game, but City found themselves pegged back on both occasions. The result, along with Arsenal’s win, saw the gap to the top of the Premier League table grow by another two points.

For City, eyes will now turn to cup competitions, with the FA Cup clash against the Magpies, followed by the first leg of their Champions League round of 16 clash against Real Madrid. Guardiola’s side travel to Spain for Wednesday night’s game.

Ahead of the clash against Newcastle, the City boss has given the latest on the injury status of his squad. Here’s a look at the latest from the treatment room at the Etihad Stadium.

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Nico O’Reilly

Injury: Ankle

The 20-year-old suffered an ankle injury in the win over Leeds, forcing him to miss the mid-week clash against Nottingham Forest.

What Guardiola has said: “He feels better, we will see today.”

Possible return date: Vs Newcastle (A), Sat 7 Mar (8pm) - FA Cup.

Max Alleyene

Injury: Knock

The defender picked up an injury in the fourth round FA Cup clash against Salford City, causing him to miss the last three Premier League matches.

Possible return date: Unknown.

Mateo Kovacic

Injury: Ankle

The midfielder has been missing since November due to an ankle injury.

What Guardiola has said: “We think Mateo will be ready for the World Cup, probably even earlier. It's a complex injury and treatment; things are monitored daily. Recovery is going well.” (12 Feb)

Possible return date: May.

Josko Gvardiol

Injury: Shin

The defender has been out since January with a fractured leg suffered in the Premier League clash against Chelsea.

What’s been said: In a post to social media, he wrote: "This is a hard moment, but it will never define me. I know who I am and where I come from.

"I'll fight every day to return stronger. I will rise again, better than ever."

Possible return date: Unknown