NATHAN AKE NEWS

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.

3 DAYS AGO • 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 • 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 • 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 • 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 • 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 • 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 • 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 • 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 • 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 • 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 • 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 • ROTOWIRE

Solid season in defense Ake made 29 appearances (24 starts), registering two goals on 20 shots and two assists on six chances created to go along with 14 interceptions, 26 tackles and 52 clearances.

Impact Ake saw a decent season serving in multiple roles, being the centerpiece of Pep Guardiola's rotations in the defense by playing in the center and on the left side. He notched his best season attacking-wise since joining City from Bournemouth in 2020, registering four goal contributions after only having four in league play since joining the club. He will likely serve in a similar role next season, sharing time with Manuel Akanji, but likely seeing less time at left-back after Josko Gvardiol had a great end to the campaign, pretty much securing that spot indefinitely.

MAY 30 • ROTOWIRE

Back on bench Ake (undisclosed) is on the bench for Tuesday's clash with Tottenham.

Impact Ake came off after 22 minutes against Fulham with an issue, but it appears it's not overly serious. The defender started five matches in a row before suffering the injury, but now falls to the bench with Manuel Akanji and Ruben Dias starting in central defense.

MAY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Late call for Tuesday Ake (undisclosed will be a game-time decision for Tuesday's match against Tottenham, according to manager Pep Guardiola. "Nathan was much better yesterday, Now we are going to trai...

Impact Ake looks likely to face a fitness test ahead of Tuesday's match to decide his availability, as he is still dealing with slight complications after going down Saturday despite training Monday. Luckily for the club, even if he misses out Tuesday, he should be an option for the season finale after his injury was deemed "not serious" by the manager. He will now hope to pass his testing and be an option, likely lining up on the bench and getting time later in the match to test his legs if fit.

MAY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Forced off early Ake was forced off in the first half of Saturday's match against Fulham with an injury.

Impact Ake left the match in the 22nd minute succumbing to injury and being replaced by Kyle Walker. The full extent of Ake's injury should be available following the match or in the buildup to Tuesday's clash with Tottenham.

MAY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Unused on bench Ake (calf) went unused on the bench during Saturday's 5-1 win over Luton Town.

Impact Ake missed three matches in a row with a calf strain but returned to the bench during the 5-1 battering of Luton Town. The defender has been a relatively consistent starter when fit, though it would be a tall task for him to take any major minutes during Wednesday's clash with Real Madrid. Ake reportedly trained fully ahead of Wednesday's clash.

APRIL 16 • ROTOWIRE

Out once more Ake (calf) is out for Saturday's trip to Crystal Palace, according to manager Pep Guardiola. "Ederson is much better and maybe will be on the list. Nathan [Ake] and Kyle [Walker]...

Impact Ake is set for another match on the sideline, though reportedly he should be back sooner than Walker. Ake's next chance to get back on the pitch is a Tuesday trip to Real Madrid in Champions League action. Rico Lewis could get more starting chances with Ake injured.

APRIL 5 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with calf injury Ake sustained an apparent calf injury in Sunday's 0-0 draw against Arsenal and is expected to miss, at least, a few games, manager Pep Guardiola told media during his post-game pre...

Impact Ake was forced off in the 27th minute and was replaced by Rico Lewis. Judging by Guardiola's words, Ake is expected to miss at least a few games at a bare minimum, though further tests will be needed to confirm the real severity of the injury.

APRIL 1 • ROTOWIRE

Forced off early Ake was forced off in the first half of Sunday's match against Arsenal due to injury.

Impact Ake left the match in the 26th minute, succumbing to injury and being replaced by Rico Lewis. Ake walked off under his own power, albeit with a limp, while his extent of injury should be revealed following the match.

MARCH 31 • ROTOWIRE

Bags rare assist Ake assisted once to go with two shots (zero on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-0 win over Everton.

Impact Ake was an unexpected assister Saturday, finding Erling Haaland in the 71st minute for the club's first goal of the match. This was a rare assist for the defender, now only having two on the season, with his last coming in 2019 until this campaign. He was much more quiet on the defensive front of things, notching only two tackles.

FEBRUARY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Ake keeps alive Man City treble trophy defense after beating Tottenham in the FA Cup

Nathan Ake struck in the 88th minute to end Manchester City’s losing run at Tottenham by 1-0 and advance from the FA Cup fourth round

JANUARY 26 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Gets start against Urawa Ake got the start and played 90 minutes during Tuesday's 3-0 win over Urawa Red Diamonds.

Impact Ake was back in the starting XI for Tuesday's 3-0 win and had a solid match to earn the clean sheet. Like any Manchester City player the threat of rotation is always there for Ake, but still he's in good form of late and he started the last two Premier League matches in row.

DECEMBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Find rare assist Ake assisted once to go with zero corners and one chance created in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Liverpool.

Impact Ake set up the only goal during the draw on his only chance created. The center-back isn't much of an offensive provider in most matches but this was still a nice boon for Ake. Moving forward Ake is more worthwhile for his defensive volume and clean sheet upside as more goal contributions aren't likely to follow.

NOVEMBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Makes XI for Liverpool game Ake is getting the call from the start for Saturday's match versus Liverpool.

Impact Ake returns after missing one game and the Dutch fixtures with a minor injury and is starting over Josko Gvardiol. He has recorded six tackles, nine clearances, and two crosses in his last five appearances, with one goal and no clean sheets.

NOVEMBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE