Aguero's latest injury scare nothing serious, says Pellegrini

Manchester City striker Sergio Aguero came off as a precaution in Saturday's 3-1 win over Southampton, said manager Manuel Pellegrini, allaying fears that the Argentine had suffered yet another nagging injury.

"I spoke with him before the game and we said he would play 65 minutes," Pellegrini said after the contest. "He has a kick in his heel, but nothing important."

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Pellegrini planned to play the 27-year-old for two-thirds of the match due to his recent hamstring problems.

"He has played three games in a row and that’s why he came off," he said. "It’s important to see with the medical staff how he recovers from this game."

Aguero has yet to last a full 90 minutes since his return on Nov. 21.