Walker appears to be racing against time to be fit for the match, but the two will likely square off when City and Madrid play again in the Champions League next month\u2014this time in the quarterfinals.<\/p>\n

Prior to his team’s crucial match against Arsenal in their first game back following the international break\u2014a match that could have a significant impact on the title race\u2014he has returned to City for treatment.<\/p>\n

Rico Lewis, a teammate with one senior cap, has been promoted from the Under-21 squad to the senior team in lieu of the injured player.<\/p>\n

Meanwhile, James Trafford has also been promoted following Sam Johnstone’s elbow injury, which may keep him out of the game for the remainder of the campaign.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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