Manchester City News
By Tom Procter
Published on 2024-08-12 17:30:00
Rodri, considered the best holding midfielder in the world, may not be fit for Manchester City’s opening Premier League game against Chelsea. After playing at Euro 2024 with Spain, Rodri will be the final player to return to the squad, with uncertainty surrounding his fitness following an injury. Manchester City News explores ways Pep Guardiola could cover Rodri’s potential absence, including options like Mateo Kovacic, Bernardo Silva, and young Nico O’Reilly, who has impressed in recent games and could be a breakout star this season.
Kovacic, a key player for City, has a high chance of starting against Chelsea if Rodri is unavailable, with the possibility of partnering with either Bernardo Silva or Nico O’Reilly. Bernardo’s technical quality and Kovacic’s versatility make them strong options to fill Rodri’s role in midfield, while younger players like O’Reilly and Rico Lewis offer Pep Guardiola additional alternatives to cover for the absence of the injured midfielder. City fans may have to prepare for a game without Rodri, but Guardiola has several strategies in mind for the upcoming match against Chelsea.
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