City's Richards out for up to two months after surgery

Manchester City defender Micah Richards has had knee surgery and is expected to be out for six to eight weeks, it is understood.

Manchester City defender Micah Richards has undergone surgery on a knee injury and is expected to be out for up to two months.

The 24-year-old had an operation late last night after sustaining the problem in Saturday’s 1-0 Barclays Premier League win over Swansea, it is understood.