Manchester City News
By James Thompson
Published on 2024-10-09 18:30:00
Manchester City are currently in second place in the Premier League, having drawn two and won five matches, with just one point behind leaders Liverpool. They have also secured their place in the last 16 of the Carabao Cup and have picked up a draw and a win in the Champions League. However, pundit Ian Wright has highlighted a problem for the team, pinpointing the absence of midfielder Rodri as a significant issue, especially in defending against quick breaks.
Guardiola confirmed that Rodri will be out for the season due to a knee injury, with the midfielder being a key player in defensive transitions and set-pieces. Despite Guardiola’s belief that City have been performing well without Rodri, Wright’s observation raises questions about whether a replacement will be sought in the upcoming January transfer window to address the team’s defensive vulnerabilities without the midfielder.
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