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Injuries have restricted Nathan Ake to 18 appearances so far this season Manchester City's Nathan Ake is set for another spell on the sidelines after undergoing surgery on a fractured foot. The Netherlands defender, 30, came off at half-time in Saturday's FA Cup win over Plymouth with an injury that he said "has been bothering me for months". Ake had an operation on Monday and, afterwards, posted a picture of himself on social media. , external "This has been such a frustrating season for me but I have now had a successful surgery on a fracture in my foot, which has been bothering me for months, " he said. "I am looking positively to the future. Rest and recover now, see you soon Cityzens and thank you for your support. " Ake has been restricted to 18 appearances so far this season due to a succession of short-term injuries. Fellow defenders John Stones and Manuel Akanji also missed Saturday's fifth-round win over Plymouth through injury. Rodri could return for Man City this season Latest Manchester City news, analysis and fan views Get Manchester City news sent straight to your phone FA Cup fifth round: Nottingham Forest and Ipswich into extra time Vinicius Jr wants new Real deal amid Saudi interest Eight-second goalkeeper rule - what happens next? The new, extended trailer for Doctor Who Season 2 The Doctor and Belinda take one hell of a journey home. Watch 12 April on BBC i Player The world's longest kiss In 2013, a Thai couple locked lips for 58 hours and 35 minutes in a world record attempt Mark Kermode explores the films that win awards Is it the subject matter or its treatment that is the key to beating your rivals? Frank Cottrell-Boyce chooses his favourite tracks Including music from The Beach Boys, The Flaming Lips and Loyle Carner Eight second goalkeeper rule - what happens next and what our experts think 'No help' & 'no confidence' - What is behind Hojlund's goal drought? The Draft 'unicorn' that NFL teams just can't figure out Everything in their favour. .. are India unbeatable at Champions Trophy? Has Las Vegas been a success for rugby league? 'It's changed football for me' - Life as a Fantasy Football contender 'We love crusty old golfers but we want them to be a bit more progressive' 'Time for female IOC president' - Coventry eyes historic role 'He just lost it' - how costly will Cunha's red card prove? I was effectively homeless after getting sacked - Stoney Like being in a washing machine - England's tough night in Vegas Why did Bournemouth VAR check take eight minutes? 'Karachi a familiar low - England's rebuild starts here' Mc Laren impressive and Hamilton positive - F1 testing analysis 'Dangerous play' - Millwall's Roberts sent off for challenge on Mateta. Video'Dangerous play' - Millwall's Roberts sent off for challenge on Mateta 'More a procession than a race' - when could Liverpool seal title? England Under-18s to 'Small Black', via four lost stone 'We lacked spark' - strikers who could be 'final piece of Arsenal jigsaw' Crumbling fortresses - why are teams struggling to win at home? Inside the doping deal for tennis' world number one Copyright © 2025 BBC. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. Read about our approach to external linking.