Following the World Cup in Qatar, Manchester City will be thrust into a busy schedule as 2023 begins.
With the Champions League, Premier League, FA Cup and Carabao Cup all still up for grabs, the Blues will be battling on all fronts as the Christmas period begins in earnest. One man who will be coming out of the World Cup and into City's campaign full of confidence will be Nathan Ake.
Ake has played nearly every minute for the Netherlands so far this tournament in a strong back line which includes Liverpool's Virgil van Dijk. Watching the 27-year-old's accomplished performances for his national team will no doubt be leaving a smile on the faces of City supporters.