Man City will be better when Rodri returns to form.

There is no doubt that when Rodri is fully fit that Man City are an infinitely better team. With Rodri on the pitch, there is a calmness to Pep Guardiola’s side and in the manner in which they play. Rodri’s technical and tactical ability also lifts Man City’s play and the Spanish midfielder has been an integral presence in City’s recent era of success. Rodri’s standing in the game as a Ballon d’Or winner and as one of the best midfielders in world football is well-established. That isn’t in question.

Watching City play currently, you can see that they will be a stronger team when Rodri returns to full fitness and can get through matches without any fitness issues. But when that point arrives remains to be…