Manchester City's captain Vincent Kompany will be back to play against Sunderland despite sustained injuries for the current season. However, there are rumors stating that he was still unable to play properly, and was only forced by Man City boss Pep Guardiola. Is this true?

Vincent Kompany is believed to have a long-term future with Manchester City, according to manager Pep Guardiola. Though a series of leg injuries limited the game participation of the elite captain, he will be back to play against Sunderland. The Belgian central defender will be nearing his comeback from a muscle injury - and this is because he was forced to do so, but because his health permits it, as reported by Manchester Evening News.

According to Pep Guardiola, Vincent Kompany trained with them on Thursday for Sunday's match. "Since the last injury he was fit for a month, a month and a half. He didn't play because of my decision but he was fit," Man City boss mentioned. Manchester City hopes to have Kompany in play for at least two to three months of the season.

And by any chance the injuries will resurface once again, Pep Guardiola mentioned that there will be a medical team prepared to assist the captain. They also have taken several different approaches to attend to Vincent Kompany's injuries - limiting the risks. They also take note of his personal discomforts - if there is any - regarding the treatments he needed to undergo to.

Still, the challenge for Manchester City doesn't end to that, as not only Vincent Kompany suffered injuries, but players like defender Aleksandar Kolarov (hamstring), striker Gabriel Jesus (foot) and midfielder Ilkay Gundogan (knee) also sustained injuries that affects the total playing quality of Manchester City, as reported by ESPN. This are just some of the few challenges Pep Guardiola needs to overcome if he intends to lead Man City to success against Sunderland.

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