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Kevin de Bruyne is set to return for Manchester City’s Champions League double header with Barcelona.

The Belgian international has flown out to the renowned Quiron clinic in Catalonia to visit specialist Dr Ramon Cugat after tearing a muscle in his hamstring on Saturday.

City feared the 25-year-old, who has been in outstanding form this season, would be sidelined for a month – meaning he’d miss the game against Barca at the Nou Camp on October 19.

But Pep Guardiola is confident De Bruyne will be back in contention after the upcoming international break next month – and could even be in contention when City host Everton on October 15.

City’s manager said: “Kevin is not a big injury - in two and a half or three weeks, maybe he will be ready.

“Dr Cugat is the best doctor in the world and with him we know we are so safe.”

De Bruyne has been one of City’s most impressive players during their 100 percent start to the season.

His form has even led to comparisons with Barca’s Lionel Messi, who is also facing a race to be fit for the tie with City, following a groin injury.

Ahead of Wednesday’s game at Celtic Park, Guardiola added: “It's my first time in Glasgow, playing against Celtic.

“Everyone talks to me about the atmosphere, I'm looking forward to playing here.

“I know how strong they are here. I spoke with my old players, and they have said this is a special environment.

“We've started well and tomorrow we have a big opportunity to step forward.”