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Ederson, Dias, Stones - Man City injury news and return dates after West Ham win

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Manchester City won a second game on the spin for the first time since October with a comprehensive 4-1 win over West Ham United on Saturday.

A brace from Erling Haaland, as well as a Phil Foden strike and an own goal from Vladimir Coufal, ensured Pep Guardiola's side ran out comfortable winners at the Etihad Stadium.

The three points ensured they remained sixth place in the Premier League table and moved them to within two points of fourth placed Chelsea.

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After an unprecedented injury crisis proved to be the catalyst for a run of just one win in 13 matches across October, November and December, City are slowly creeping back towards full strength and welcomed Matheus Nunes back to the squad on Saturday.

Here is a full look at City's current injury situation as they build towards next Saturday's FA Cup third round clash with Salford City.

Ruben Dias

Injury: Muscular

What we know: Guardiola confirmed last month that Dias had picked up the problem in the derby defeat to Manchester United but had played through the pain. He is set to be sidelined for around three weeks.

"Ruben will be out for three or four weeks. It's muscular," Guardiola said.

"[He played] 75 minutes against United, and he felt something, but he is so strong and wanted to stay on the pitch."

Guardiola said on Friday that he is 'getting better' but he was not involved against the Hammers.

Potential return date: Salford City (H) - January 11

John Stones

Injury: Foot

What we know: Stones was back in the team at Villa Park last month but was forced off at the break with a recurrence of the injury that has already seen him sidelined plenty this term. He was still not ready to return in the win over West Ham.

Potential return date: Salford City (H) - January 11

Ederson

Injury: Knock

What we know: Ederson has missed the last three matches through injury but Guardiola said on Friday that the Brazil international had 'trained better' this week with his first training session without disturbance in his leg for some time.

He didn't feature against West Ham but could be in contention for the visit of Salford next weekend.

Potential return date: Salford City (H) - January 11

Rodri

Injury: Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL)

What we know: Rodri has sustained a serious knee injury and will be out until the middle of next year. He has spoken of his desire to play again this season, possibly in the Club World Cup.

Potential return date: June 2025

Oscar Bobb

Injury: Fractured Leg

What we know: The Norwegian suffered his leg break in August and the hope is that Bobb will play some part early in the new year.

Potential return date: January/February