DE BRUYNE TARGETS DERBY RETURN

Manchester City midfielder Kevin de Bruyne has set his targets on returning to action in time for the Manchester derby on November 11...

Reuters report that the midfielder is ahead of schedule in his bid for full fitness, following the injury he suffered in August.

De Bruyne has only played half an hour of action for the champions this season and believes he could be fit in time for the United game at the Etihad.

"I still need three, four, five weeks, but I'm getting there," the Belgium international revealed.

"Hopefully I can be back soon, help the team and perform well. I'm hoping to be back after the next international break. I think I will be back for the derby.

This is brilliant news for City fans, with the importance of de Bruyne paramount to City's bid to retain their title.