Aleksandar Kolarov's mystery injury problems continue at Manchester City.
The News of the World says Kolarov could be out until November with the ankle injury he suffered at Tottenham on the opening day.
The Serbian left-back arrived at Eastlands from Lazio in a £17million deal this summer but was forced off at White Hart Lane last month.
Kolarov, 24, was expected to return within three weeks but is still on crutches and is currently nowhere near a return.
It's a blow to boss Roberto Mancini, who sees the Serb as a key figure in City's quest for a top-four place.