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Pep Guardiola discusses Gabriel Jesus, Kevin De Bruyne injuries

Pep Guardiola reveals that Gabriel Jesus is likely to miss "four to six weeks" with a knee injury and praises Kevin De Bruyne for turning out against Watford.

Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola has revealed that Gabriel Jesus is likely to be out for "four to six weeks" while Kevin De Bruyne "wanted to play" against Watford despite a knock.

Jesus suffered a knee ligament injury during Sunday's goalless draw at Crystal Palace, while De Bruyne was stretchered off after a tackle from Jason Puncheon.

To the surprise of many, the Belgium international was in City's starting XI for the 3-1 win over the Hornets on Tuesday night, and Guardiola praised the midfielder's desire and tenacity.

"Gabriel will be out four to six weeks, maybe a bit longer, hopefully as soon as possible," the Spaniard told reporters after the midweek game at the Etihad Stadium.

"Kevin went out on the pitch at four in the afternoon, proved himself and wanted to play. He had some pain but wanted to play, if he wants to play then I want him to play.

"It says a lot. Nothing will change the opinion of his quality, everyone knows about his quality but we will get a step forward if we win, towards being champion. The club, the manager, the staff, the players, Kevin wanted to play and his desire is what we have to follow."

Premier League runaway leaders City host Burnley on Saturday in the third round of the FA Cup before facing Bristol City in the EFL Cup next Tuesday.

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