Premier League: Manchester City's Sergio Aguero plays down injury concern after late substitution
Thursday 12 February 2015 10:26, UK
Sergio Aguero insists there are no concerns over his fitness after he was substituted late on in Manchester City's 4-1 win at Stoke.
Aguero ended a six-game barren run without a goal by netting a double at the Britannia Stadium, with James Milner and Samir Nasri also on target in the City win.
The Argentinian left the field with a back complaint on 73 minutes but took to social media late on Wednesday night to allay any fears about his condition.
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He tweeted: "For the ones asking I'm ok. I stepped out only for precaution. Now let's keep on working for the very important upcoming commitments.”
After City’s victory at Stoke - their first ever in the Premier League - manager Manuel Pellegrini played down the seriousness of injury, suggesting Aguero should be fit for their next game.
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"He felt something in the back,” the Chilean said.
“My feeling is it is not too serious and he now has 10 days to recover and train well. I hope he will be fit to face Newcastle."
City, who had gone five games without a victory prior to Wednesday, should also have Yaya Toure and new signing Wilifred Bony available following their participation in the African Nations Cup.
A late Willian winner for Chelsea in their clash against Everton at Stamford Bridge meant City were unable to cut the seven-point lead held by Jose Mourinho’s side in Premier League.
City's next fixture is at home to Newcastle on the evening of Saturday 21 February, with the Champions League last-16 first-leg visit of Barcelona the following Tuesday.
