A motorist has been stabbed in Manchester after he was chased by four men from a second car.

It is understood that the victim was travelling at speed in a Vauxhall Astra, along with the other vehicle, when it hit the kerb and came to a halt in Mancunian Way.

The 23-year-old male driver ran off and was pursued on foot to a roundabout where he was stabbed twice in the leg.

He was taken to hospital where his condition was described as stable.

The other car and its occupants left the scene near the junction of Chester Road and Chorlton Road.

Police do not believe at this stage that the stabbing was a road rage incident The four wanted men are described as aged between 25 and 35. One was black and three were Asian.

Detective Inspector Aidy Gallagher, of Greater Manchester Police, said: "A man is in hospital with stab wounds, but at this stage we believe they are not too serious.

"From what we know so far, it appears the Astra and another car were driving at speed along Chorlton Road when the Astra hit the kerb and stopped. He ran off but was pursued by the people in the other car and then stabbed.

"Earlier indications suggest this is not a road rage incident, but we are keeping an open mind about the exact circumstances.

"We are now appealing for witnesses so, if anyone saw these cars speeding down Chorlton Road, or the stabbing incident itself, then please call police."

Anyone with information should call police on 101 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.