Marc Guehi injury — Marc Guehi is set for a scan on a hip problem, with England facing an anxious wait over the defender’s fitness ahead of their Uefa Nations League fixtures. The Manchester City centre-back was withdrawn at half-time during his club’s defeat at Nottingham Forest on Saturday, and the issue could affect his availability for the national team.
City manager Enzo Maresca confirmed after the match that Guehi had asked to be replaced because of the complaint, though the Italian did not go into detail about the nature of the problem. It is understood the 26-year-old has been managing hip trouble in recent weeks, making the decision to come off a particular concern.
Scan to determine England availability
Guehi will undergo tests on Sunday to establish the extent of the injury. England’s medical staff are also expected to want to assess the player themselves before a final call is made on whether he can join up with the squad this week. The results of the scan will provide the first clear indication of whether he can feature in the upcoming internationals.
The fact that Guehi felt unable to continue at the City Ground has cast doubt over his participation in England’s matches against Croatia and Spain. Thomas Tuchel’s side are due to face Croatia at Wembley on Thursday, 12 November, before travelling to Madrid to take on World Cup winners Spain on Saturday, 15 November.
Key role under Tuchel
Tuchel will be hoping the former Crystal Palace captain is passed fit, as Guehi has been a mainstay of the England team since the head coach’s appointment in January 2025. He started all but one of England’s games at the World Cup and featured from the start in all four of the team’s Nations League fixtures in September and October.
His potential absence would leave Tuchel with a significant selection decision for two demanding fixtures. England are scheduled to begin their camp this week, and the medical outcome will shape the defensive options available to the head coach.
City concern adds to international uncertainty
Guehi joined Manchester City from Crystal Palace in January and has been a regular under Maresca. The hip complaint has been troubling him for several weeks, and requesting to come off at half-time suggests the problem may have worsened during the Forest match. City will also be monitoring the situation closely, with the scan set to clarify whether the defender needs a period of recovery.
For now, England and City must wait for the results of Sunday’s tests. The outcome will determine whether Guehi can report for international duty and whether he will be available for the Nations League double-header.
