FA Community Shield 2019: Manchester City 1-1 Liverpool (5-4 on pens) - 5 Talking Points

#3 Leroy Sane limps off injured, amid tireless Bayern links

Sane was in some serious discomfort after a needless challenge by Trent Alexander-Arnold early on

The incessant speculation linking Leroy Sane with a return to the Bundesliga continues to intensify, even after the winger limped off in serious discomfort 11 minutes in on this occasion. According to German news outlets, Sane shouldn't have even featured - in an attempt to save himself for prospective future employers Bayern Munich - but the 23-year-old's future remains undecided for now.

It's a shame though, that his game was cut short in such abrupt fashion after leaving Trent Alexander-Arnold for dead on a promising break. Unceremoniously hauled down by the fullback, he landed awkwardly and buckled under his weight which certainly didn't look good on the replays.

There were initial whispers that he might have sustained serious ACL damage, or a long-term knee injury, but we'll have to patiently wait and see. After the excellent campaign he had in 18/19, even amidst his frustrations for both club and country, a long injury layoff is the last thing he needs.

Whether or not he'll continue playing under Pep Guardiola for much longer remains to be seen if Bayern table a bid City cannot refuse, but they obviously want to keep him and they'd be silly to sell in any case.