David Silva returns to Manchester City training after jetting to Spain for ‘personal reasons’
DAVID SILVA handed Manchester City a major boost in the build-up to today's home date with Bournemouth.
The Spanish midfielder missed the 4-1 victory over Tottenham due to personal reasons.
Pep Guardiola said he "did not know" whether Silva return this weekend.
But he put himself in contention for the runaway Premier League leaders' latest showdown by training with the squad.
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John Stones, out with a hamstring injury since the 2-0 win over Leicester City in November, also limbered up.
Both players looked to be enjoying training as the league leaders were put through their paces.
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Their recovery comes at an important time, as Pep Guardiola's men set about retaining their 11-point lead throughout the Christmas period.
City go into their game against the Cherries looking for a 17th consecutive league win.
Boss Guardiola is anxious that referees protect his players.
Kevin de Bruyne and Raheem Sterling received some rough treatment against Tottenham but luckily were not injured.
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Guardiola told The Mail: "I don't believe the players go to injure another one - it is impossible to think that.
"But the football is quick, fast and aggressive and the refs have to follow the rules.
"Always we are aggressive and sometimes we get injured. All the teams want to win and want to fight in the best way.
"I have no doubts that Dele Ali and Harry Kane are top-team players.
"I am not suspicious or thinking they are dangerous players."