Bernardo, Grealish, Kovacic - Man City injury news and return dates ahead of Nottingham Forest clash

Manchester City are hopeful of welcoming back two players on Saturday when they host Nottingham Forest in the Premier League.

The Blues have enjoyed a brilliant start to the season and find themselves top of the Premier League with a 100 per cent record. On Tuesday night, Pep Guardiola's side survived a scare to beat Crvena Zvezda 3-1 to begin their Champions League defence as they mean to go on.

One concern for City on the night came on the injury front as Bernardo Silva was substituted with an apparent injury. In his pre-match press conference on Friday, Guardiola confirmed the Portuguese star will be missing for several games.

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MEN Sport has taken a look at Bernardo's prognosis and other injury news affecting City ahead of the weekend.

Injury: Unknown

What Guardiola has said: The manager told the press Bernardo is out with injury and will miss the visit of Forest but it does not seem to be a serious concern.

Potential return date: October 8 vs Arsenal

Injury: Muscular

What Guardiola has said: "Jack is coming back, he has trained and maybe he can play some minutes."

Potential return date: September 23 vs Nottingham Forest

Injury: Muscular

What Guardiola has said: "Kova is nearly back."

Potential return date: September 23 vs Nottingham Forest

Injury: Muscular

What Guardiola has said: "John is still out."

Potential return date: Unknown

Injury: Hamstring

What Guardiola has said: "It's a serious injury. He will be out for a few months. The injury is a blow, a big loss. He has specific qualities. For a long time is really tough for us. We have to look forward. We have alternatives. Kevin is irreplaceable, but we have talented players.