Manchester City midfielder Jacob Wright, 19, has returned to the club for treatment after suffering an injury while on duty with England Under-20s. Although he was selected to be part of the squad this month, he did not play in the recent match against Italy where former City player Darko Gyabi scored a goal.
It was later confirmed that Wright would not be able to continue with the team for their next game due to his injury. This setback comes after Pep Guardiola expressed his desire for Wright to remain at Manchester City this season instead of going out on loan. Guardiola believed that Wright had the potential to train with the first team regularly and compete for playing opportunities.
Wright expressed that when the manager and staff want you to stay and be part of the first team, there is not much of a choice to make. He acknowledged the temptation to go out on loan but ultimately decided to stay at City for the season based on the feedback he received from the coaching staff.
Despite the injury, Wright had a strong start to the season, scoring five goals in nine matches for the academy teams. He will now focus on recovering from his injury and continuing to impress Guardiola as he aims to repay the faith shown in him.
It is crucial for Wright to stay focused on his recovery and training to ensure he is ready to make an impact when he returns to the field. Guardiola’s belief in his potential highlights the importance of perseverance and hard work in achieving success in professional football. Wright’s dedication to the club and determination to succeed will be key factors in his development as a player.