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Benjamin Mendy will return to Manchester this weekend to continue his recovery from knee ligament damage under the watchful eye of Pep Guardiola's medical team.

The Manchester City left back has been recuperating in Barcelona since being operated on by famed surgeon Dr Ramon Cugat six weeks ago.

And he insists he can't wait to show his appreciation to the fans, who have supported him during his injury.

Mendy is expected to be in the crowd for Sunday’s clash with Arsenal - and could spring a surprise.

“Sunday’s game is huge ahead of the international break,” he said. “I miss our fans and I thank them for all their support over these past few weeks.

“When I get back I will go to the back of the stands with a megaphone.”

Mendy is expected to be out until April - prompting Guardiola to look for cover in January.

But the French international told City’s official Instagram channel he is recovering well.

“I return to the CFA this Saturday afternoon to begin work with our medical team and I can’t wait to get back to Manchester," he said. “My knee is feeling better and I can’t wait to return. I miss the guys and I speak with them constantly but I will see them this weekend.

“They have been playing some great stuff and it’s great everyone is calling us the shark team.”