Source: Daily_Mail
Robinho ruled out of Spurs clash as Manchester City push for Europe
Robinho has been ruled out of Manchester City's key Barclays Premier League clash with Tottenham at White Hart Lane on Saturday.
The Brazil striker has been struggling with a groin injury and manager Mark Hughes confirmed the £34million record signing will not have recovered in time to face Harry Redknapp's men as City chase the win that would put them back in contention for a Europa League place.
'We do not expect him to be fit this weekend,' confirmed Hughes.
'We are hoping he will be okay for Bolton next week.'
However, there is some good news for City with Shaun Wright-Phillips set to be available after a recent knee problem.
'There has been some bruising on the bone which has taken longer to recover from than we thought,' said Hughes. 'But he's back training again from today and we think he will be fine for the weekend.'
Hughes also allayed fears over the future of Michael Johnson. The England Under 21 star has missed virtually the entire season with muscular problems in his groin area.
There was some speculation earlier this week that Johnson's career might even be in jeopardy such is the trouble he has had trying to get back to full fitness.
However, Hughes does not feel the damage is so bad and Johnson might well be available for the start of next season.
'Michael is seeing another specialist this week,' said Hughes. 'The good news is that he doesn't need surgery.
'What he needs is more rehabilitation on the medical side. It is a little bit complicated but we're hoping he will be back playing for the start of next season.'
