Sergio Aguero set for Manchester City return

Manchester City boss Manuel Pellegrini says striker Sergio Aguero is in line to return from injury in January.

The 25-year-old has been out since suffering a calf problem against Arsenal on 14 December and City feared he could be out for up to eight weeks.

But, when asked when Aguero may return, Pellegrini said: "During January.

"He is working, he is training. It is very good news. All players recovering from injuries is good news, especially a player as important as Kun Aguero."

Aguero has scored 19 goals in 20 appearances for City so far this season and his return will provide a timely boost for the club.

City face Tottenham and Chelsea in the league at the turn of the month, while they will host Barcelona in the first leg of their last-16 knockout tie on 18 February.