Kevin De Bruyne could miss Manchester derby due to back injury.

Kevin De Bruyne could be out of action when Manchester City face neighbours Manchester United in a highly anticipated English Premier League fixture.

The two teams will face-off on Sunday, March 8, at Old Trafford in what could be described as a mouthwatering episode of the Manchester Derby.

De Bruyne was not fielded in City’s 1-0 win over Sheffield United in the FA Cup and his manager is not sure he will be available at Old Trafford.

Guardiola not sure when De Bruyne will be fit https://t.co/pYv5mlzdXA

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The 28-year-old has been impressive for the Citizens this season featuring in 35 matches and scoring 9 goals with 8 of those in the league.

"He (Kevin de Bruyne) fell down in a bad position and had a problem with his back," Guardiola said.

"We don’t know how long (he'll be out for with Manchester derby on Sunday), hopefully not that much."

The Pep Guardiola-tutored side is currently second on the Premier League standing with a daunting 22 points behind league leaders Liverpool with one game in hand.

Man City star Kevin de Bruyne a doubt for Man Utd clash with shoulder injury https://t.co/2e602Lb7rL pic.twitter.com/JSiSfYlR0d

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