Pep Guardiola has confirmed that Rodri is dealing with pain in the same knee he injured last season, raising fresh concerns for Manchester City.
The midfielder admitted to the staff after training that he could not play, telling them, “I’m not able to play. I have a lot of pain in my knee. I cannot play.” Guardiola responded by saying, “You cannot play? You don’t play. So, another one is going to play,” highlighting the need to find alternatives in midfield.
The midfielder admitted to the staff after training that he could not play, telling them, “I’m not able to play. I have a lot of pain in my knee. I cannot play.” Guardiola responded by saying, “You cannot play? You don’t play. So, another one is going to play,” highlighting the need to find alternatives in midfield.
City produced a commanding 5–1 victory over Burnley in the Premier League at the weekend. Maxime Estève endured a nightmare performance, scoring two own goals, while Matheus Nunes got on the scoresheet and Erling Haaland added a brace to secure the points for Guardiola’s side. Despite Rodri’s absence, City showed their attacking power and control, extending their strong start to the campaign.
Attention now turns to midweek, when Manchester City face AS Monaco in the UEFA Champions League. Rodri’s availability for that game remains uncertain, with Guardiola and the medical team set to monitor his recovery closely. The Spaniard is a pivotal figure in City’s midfield, and his absence could prove significant as the fixtures continue to come thick and fast.
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