NATHAN AKE NEWS

Out 10 to 11 weeks Ake (foot) is set to miss 10 to 11 weeks of action after receiving surgery, according to manager Pep Guardiola. "10/11 weeks [he will be out] they said to me... When you have surge...

Impact Ake has received his timeline for a return following the foot surgery he underwent after struggling over the past few months with the injury. This will be a long bout on the sidelines for the defender, as he will not be expected to be fit until May, leaving a return this season in question. If he were to play again, it wouldn't be until the final few games of the season, with Ruben Dias, Manuel Akanji and Abdukodir Khusanov to take most of the time in the center of the defense while he is out.

MARCH 7 • ROTOWIRE

Undergoes foot surgery Ake (foot) underwent surgery to correct a foot issue, he announced via Instagram.

Impact Ake went under the knife to correct a nagging foot issue, and is now set for an extended spell on the sideline. While there's no definite answer on how long recovery will take it's possible that this could have Ake out until the end of the season depending on his recovery.

MARCH 3 • ROTOWIRE

Off at half Ake was substituted off the field at halftime due to an apparent injury and could miss a solid chunk of time, according to manager Pep Guardiola, per Joe Bray of the Manchester Eve...

Impact Ake does not appear to be in a good spot after his early exit Saturday, with the defender viewed limping off the field before he was taken off at halftime. Early signs may show the defender will be out for a while, although he still has to undergo testing. This will leave the club with Adbukodir Khusanov to see more minutes along side Ruben Dias, with Manuel Akanji (groin) and John Stones (thigh) also injured.

MARCH 1 • ROTOWIRE

Among substitutes Ake (undisclosed) is on the bench for Wednesday's match against Real Madrid.

Impact Ake is back with the team after seeing the questionable tag ahead of the contest, finding a spot on the bench after clearing his undisclosed issues. He has not appeared in a match and missed the start since Dec. 21, so he will hope to return to the starting XI next contest now that he is fit.

FEBRUARY 19 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Wednesday Ake (undisclosed) is questionable for Wednesday's match against Real Madrid, according to manager Pep Guardiola. "Yes, he has traveled, we will see tomorrow but it's good he is her...

Impact Ake is going to be a late call for Wednesday's contest, as he is traveling with the team but has not yet been cleared. That said, he will likely be subjected to a late fitness test, with that deciding if he can play or not. Even if he is fit, his chances of making the starting XI seem slim.

FEBRUARY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Tuesday Ake (undisclosed) is in the starting XI for Tuesday's match against Real Madrid.

Impact Ake is back with the team after around a month out, last playing on Jan. 19. He is immediately seeing the start, returning to his regular spot. He should remain in a starting role moving forward if he remains fit, as he has started in 11 of his 13 appearances, although he does have more competition after a few winter signings.

FEBRUARY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Still out Saturday Ake (undisclosed) was still out of the squad in Saturday's 2-1 win over Leyton Orient in the FA Cup.

Impact Ake has been sidelined for multiple weeks due to an undisclosed injury and hasn't returned for Saturday's game. His next chance to feature comes on Tuesday in the Champions League against Real Madrid.

FEBRUARY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Uncertain Saturday Ake (undisclosed) is a doubt for Saturday's clash with Leyton Orient, according to manager Pep Guardiola. "Maybe some of them. We will see."

Impact Ake is among three City players who are hoping to return during Saturday's FA Cup clash. The defender has missed multiple weeks and likely won't be risked in the starting XI even if fit for Saturday. Ake's last appearance was a Jan. 14 clash with Brentford.

FEBRUARY 7 • ROTOWIRE

Likely out for UCL game Ake (undisclosed) is likely to miss Wednesday's Champions League match against Brugge, coach Pep Guardiola confirmed. "Ruben is not there, Nathan either, we are lucky Manu stayed f...

Impact Ake is set to miss a fourth consecutive game due to an undisclosed injury and will be unavailable for the Champions League match against Brugge. His next chance to feature could come against the Gunners on Sunday. John Stones and Manuel Akanji are expected to start together against Brugge unless coach Pep Guardiola opts to trust young Abdukodir Khusanov again after his mistake against Chelsea.

JANUARY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Out again Ake (undisclosed) is out for Saturday's match against Chelsea.

Impact Ake will remain out for yet another match, still unable to compete due to his undisclosed issues and now missing his third match in a row. A return date is still up in the air for the defender, with very little given on his situation by his manager.

JANUARY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Ake (undisclosed) wasn't included in the traveling squad for Wednesday's trip to PSG.

Impact Ake won't be an option for Wednesday as he wasn't included in the traveling squad. The defender missed out against Ipswich Town due to a minor issue as well. It's not clear if Ake will be fit for a Saturday clash with Chelsea.

JANUARY 21 • ROTOWIRE

Missed out Saturday Ake missed Saturday's 6-0 win over Ipswich Town due to an injury, according to his club.

Impact Ake was a late scratch from the team sheet despite no prior notice of an injury, with the defender missing out due to undisclosed issues. It is unclear how long he will remain out, but the club has luckily recovered Ruben Dias from an undisclosed injury. His availability for Wednesday's mid-week UCL match is i question, with the club giving little on his injury.

JANUARY 20 • ROTOWIRE

Bench option versus Aston Villa Ake (hamstring) is available for Saturday's game against Aston Villa.

Impact Ake is good to go after missing three matches and will begin on the bench. He has posted four tackles (three won), two interceptions and five clearances in his last five showings.

DECEMBER 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Still sidelined Ake (hamstring) is out for Wednesday's clash with Juventus, per manager Pep Guardiola. "Nathan [Ake] will be longer than Manu [Akanji] but I don't know [how long]."

Impact Ake will be out even longer than Akanji, putting Ake in doubt to return before the end of the year. The defender will hope to get back on the pitch before then, especially with matches coming so frequently. Ake's absence will mean Josko Gvardiol and Ruben Dias play in essentially every single match.

DECEMBER 10, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Foden and Ake to miss Man City's game at Crystal Palace

Phil Foden and defender Nathan Ake have been ruled out of Manchester City’s game at Crystal Palace on Saturday

DECEMBER 6, 2024 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Sidelined with hamstring Ake (hamstring) is out for Saturday's trip to Crystal Palace, per manager Pep Guardiola.

Impact Ake picked up the hamstring issue against Nottingham Forest and now is set for a spell on the sideline. Guardiola hasn't given any update on the timeline, other than saying that it "doesn't look good" and that he is "sad for Nathan." Those quote's aren't exactly encouraging, and could mean Josko Gvardiol needs to slot into center-back while Ake recovers.

DECEMBER 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Off late with injury Ake was taken off in the 89th minute of Wednesday's 3-0 win against Nottingham Forest due to injury, according to manager Pep Guardiola. "Nathan doesn't look good. We'll see in thr...

Impact Ake looks to be heading to the sidelines for a decent amount of time, with the defender suffering an injury during Wednesday's match. He has already nearly been ruled out for Saturday's match, only needing further testing before this is likely confirmed. He has started in their past three games, so this will force a change, with Ruben Dias and Josko Gvardiol likely to take over in the center of the defense as John Stones (foot) and Manuel Akanji (undisclosed) are also injured.

DECEMBER 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Struggles defensively Ake had one cross (zero accurate) and four tackles in Sunday's 2-0 defeat versus Liverpool.

Impact Ake was in a tough spot against the pacey Liverpool wingers and failed to really shut them down at any point. The defender just couldn't keep the ball in front of him and frequently faltered when tested for pace. Ake will hope to get back in form during a hectic set of matches on the horizon, where none will be as tricky as away to Anfield.

DECEMBER 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Earns UCL start Ake registered one shot (one on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Wednesday's 5-0 win versus Sparta Prague.

Impact Ake was able to get the call to start at left back for Manchester City after missing the last month with a hamstring injury. It was also his first start of the season after appearing just once prior to getting hurt. Pep Guardiola has chosen Josko Gvardiol as his number one option for the back line after totaling two goals while starting nine times in 11 appearances thus far.

OCTOBER 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Available from bench Ake (hamstring) is in the squad to face Wolves on Sunday.

Impact Ake returns for the first time since August after missing City's last four Premier League matches through injury. The defender has yet to make a start this season with Josko Gvardiol the locked in starter at left-back.

OCTOBER 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Fitness test ahead of Sunday Ake (hamstring) will be a late call for Sunday's trip to the Wolves. According to manager Pep Guardiola, "Nathan did his first training with the team. Maybe can travel but to start...

Impact Ake is just getting back to training with City following a hamstring injury that saw him stretched off while serving time with the Dutch national team back in September. He is on the right track of recovery, as the defender has a high chance of making the trip Sunday. Even so, he is not expected to get the start right away as fitness is a priority to work on after an injury like this. This means that Josko Gvardiol will continue to start at left back for Pep Guardiola's side.

OCTOBER 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Set for time out Ake (hamstring) is expected to be out until after the next international break, according to manager Pep Guardiola.

Impact Ake will need some time to get back on his feet after he was stretchered off the field while serving with the Netherlands, as the defender is now expected to be out until after the next international break that takes place from Oct. 10 to 18. This will be a tough loss for the club, with the Dutch defender being a solid rotational player within their defense. On the bright side, Manuel Akanji and Josko Gvardiol are more than worthy replacements to take Ake's time while out. He will now hope for no setbacks as he looks to reach peak fitness again, as he will already miss around a month of action.

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Stretchered off Ake was stretchered off after a non-contact injury during Tuesday's clash with Germany.

Impact Ake was holding his hamstring before being stretchered off, and is a major concern coming out of the international break. The defender has made just one appearance off the bench for his club side and wouldn't be a major loss in the starting XI if ruled out for Saturday's clash with Brentford.

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Mainstay in defense Ake registered two interceptions and picked up a yellow card in Saturday's 2-1 win against Turkey.

Impact Ake was pretty quiet Saturday, as the defender only earned two tackles in his 73 minutes of play. However, he likely would've seen a better match if he remained in the game for the final 15 minutes while the Netherlands sat back and protected their lead, although he was taken off due to his yellow card, making sure he wasn't suspended for the semifinal. He should continue as a starter, as he is a key piece of the solid Dutch defense.

JULY 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Credited with assist in win Ake assisted once to go with zero corners and four chances created in Sunday's 2-1 victory against Poland.

Impact Ake was extremely fortunate to be credited with the assist, as the Manchester City defender attempted to control a clearance, and while his touch was a bit heavy, that allowed Cody Gakpo to have enough space to drill an unstoppable shot from outside the box. Ake was particularly active going forward in this match, but he's likely to play with a more defensive stance -- thus, limiting his fantasy upside -- against France on Friday.

JUNE 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE