‘This is huge’, ‘Biggest news of the season’ – Man City fans buzzing as Rodri signs new five-year deal

Manchester City midfielder Rodri has signed a new five-year contract and targeted more silverware with the Premier League champions.

The Spaniard has become one of the club’s most crucial players since he moved to England in 2019 from Atletico Madrid.

Rodri has made 151 appearances for City and won two league titles, the Carabao Cup on two occasions and the Community Shield during a trophy-laden spell at the Etihad Stadium.

“Joining City in 2019 is the best decision I have made in my career,” he said.

“I have loved every second. The fans have been amazing with me, I feel totally supported by the club and the manager pushes me every single day.

“I have improved so much as a player and I want to thank Pep (Guardiola) and all the backroom staff for their help. They are completely committed to helping me become the best player I can be and I appreciate their hard work.

“We have been very successful since I came here, which is something that makes me very proud. But to be honest, that success has made me even more hungry for me. Once you start winning big titles, you don’t want to stop.

“City, I feel, offers me the best chance of winning trophies and that’s why I am so pleased to be staying here for longer.”

The previous terms of the Spanish international were due to expire in 2024.

The news was shared on Twitter by City Xtra and it attracted plenty of attention from the club’s supporters.

“Best cdm in the world extends OMG.”
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“Fantastic news to start the day”
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“Biggest news of the season.”
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“Wonderful news this morning, Foden and Mahrez next.”
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“That’s the kind of news you’re gonna wanna hear in the morning as a City fan”
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“This is huge. He is amazing for us and with the competition from Kalvin Phillips is going to help him improve even more and make him always stay on his toes.”
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“This is for me the most important signing of the summer. Especially with Busquet contract expiring next summer. .”
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