Kevin De Bruyne out for 'five-six' weeks

Manchester City midfielder Kevin De Bruyne has been ruled out for 'five-six weeks' after suffering a knee injury against Fulham in the League Cup, but will not need surgery.

The Belgian playmaker was substituted in the 85th minute of City's 2-0 win over Fulham at the Etihad Stadium on Thursday after opposing defender Timothy Fosu-Mensah landed heavily on his left knee.

 City have confirmed the player suffered knee ligament damage after undergoing scans.

Manchester City midfielder Kevin De Bruyne suffered knee ligament damage in his left knee during Thursday night’s Carabao Cup fourth-round win over Fulham, said City in a statement.

The Belgian underwent scans on Friday at the CFA. No surgery is needed but he is expected to be out for between 5-6 weeks.

De Bruyne, who played a pivotal role in City's record-breaking Premier League title triumph last term, has already spent six weeks on the sidelines this season. 

The 27-year-old is now likely to miss City's next six matches, including a league clash against local rivals Manchester United on Nov. 11. 

Pep Guardiola's City, currently top of the table with 26 points from 10 matches, host Southampton on Sunday.