Man City's Sané steps up return from injury

Germany international Sane has not played since suffering a knee ligament injury in the Community Shield against Liverpool in August.

Sané, who was PFA Young Player of the Year in City's 2017-18 Premier League-winning campaign, returned to training last month.

The 24-year-old played his first match since on Friday as City's Elite Development Squad faced Arsenal at the Emirates Stadium in Premier League 2.

Sané 's return to the pitch is welcome news for City manager Pep Guardiola, who will hope his star can play a role in their bid for a successful end to the season.

Sané, who was a transfer target for Bayern Munich before the injury, showed his relief at finally being able to play again when he tweeted after the match.