Manchester City Hit by Injury Blow as Key Forward Faces Two Months Out, Haaland Update Emerges

According to Fabrizio Romano on Monday, October 19, 2026, Manchester City manager Enzo Maresca has confirmed that Antoine Semenyo will be out of action for around eight weeks because of an injury. The news comes as the club prepares for several important matches in the Premier League and the UEFA Champions League.

Semenyo suffered the injury during Manchester City’s 3-2 victory over Ipswich Town on Saturday. The Ghanaian forward came on as a substitute but appeared to experience discomfort before the end of the match.

Following medical examinations, Maresca confirmed that the injury would keep the attacker out for a significant period. However, the manager was relieved that the problem was not as serious as initially feared.

The City boss explained that the medical scan had provided a clearer picture of the situation, allowing the club to focus on the player’s recovery.

Losing Semenyo will be a setback for Manchester City because of his pace, strength and ability to create problems for opposing defenders. His versatility also gives Maresca another option in attack, especially when the team needs fresh energy during difficult matches.

The forward’s absence could mean that other attacking players will have to take on greater responsibilities over the coming weeks. City will need to manage their squad carefully as they continue competing on multiple fronts.

Meanwhile, Maresca has provided a more encouraging update on Erling Haaland, who also appeared to experience discomfort during the victory over Ipswich Town.

The Norwegian striker scored twice in the match but raised concerns after appearing to struggle with an injury towards the end of the game.

Speaking about Haaland’s condition, Maresca said: “Erling Haaland is better now, Semenyo will be out for eight weeks.”

The manager also offered hope that Haaland could be available for Manchester City’s upcoming Champions League fixture against AEK Athens.

“Erling can be available, we will see. He was quite good yesterday, better. We will see today,” Maresca added.

Haaland’s possible return would be important for City, considering his goalscoring ability and influence in the final third. However, the club will assess his condition before making a final decision about his availability.

For Manchester City supporters, Semenyo’s injury is disappointing, but Haaland’s improvement offers some encouragement. The team must now find a way to cope without the Ghanaian forward while ensuring that its leading striker is fit enough to return.

Semenyo’s recovery will remain the priority, with the club hoping he can return around December without further complications.

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