Mateo Kovačić has an enviable CV as a footballer. The 30-year-old Croat has already played for clubs like Inter Milan, Real Madrid, Chelsea and Manchester City. He has also won the UEFA Champions League with Real Madrid and Chelsea and the Premier League with Manchester City.
Rodri’s Injury Paves Way for Kovačić
He will, however, have to be cautious while dealing with the counter-attacks of the opposition and should track back in time to thwart their moves. He is not the fastest player around and hence, will have to make up for it with the help of astute positioning.
Manchester City has a Few Matches Ahead
The Cityzens will take on Wolverhampton Wanderers, Southampton and AFC Bournemouth in their next three Premier League matches. Each of those three matches should prove to be relatively easy ones for the English champions.
However, the clash with Tottenham Hotspur at EFL Cup in between should prove to be a more challenging fixture for them. Tottenham is a dangerous team capable of playing entertaining football and should be able to stretch the Cityzens.
With Kevin de Bruyne likely to make a return to action soon, Manchester City is likely to be bolstered. However, Kovačić’s importance to the team is likely to remain paramount in the upcoming matches. If Guardiola’s men are to achieve a monumental feat of winning five Premier League titles in a row, the Croat will have to play a key role in it. It remains to be seen whether he is able to help his team to further glory.