Huge boost for Man City! Assist king Kevin De Bruyne named in Pep Guardiola's squad for upcoming Club World Cup

Manchester City have been handed a major boost as Kevin De Bruyne has been included in their squad for the Club World Cup.

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De Bruyne included in squad Has not played since opening game of the seasonCity's first game in tournament on December 19WHAT HAPPENED?

The Belgium international has not kicked a ball for City since the opening game of the season, as he needed surgery on a hamstring injury. However, he has now been included in the squad for the Club World Cup in Saudi Arabia, suggesting he could make his return in December.

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De Bruyne has been a remarkably consistent presence for City in recent seasons. Last term, he provided a remarkable 31 assists in 49 games, as well as 10 goals. His return would be a significant boost.

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City will enter the Club World Cup at the semi-final stage, along with Fluminense. The other clubs involved are as follows: Al-Ittihad, Auckland City, Leon, Al Ahly, and Urawa Red Diamonds.

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He will hope to make his return in the heat of Saudi Arabia, and then add to the City squad in their Premier League title push. The club are currently six points behind leaders Arsenal.