Manchester City News
By James Thompson
Published on 2024-09-27 16:30:00
Manchester City’s Rodri suffered a knee injury during their match against Arsenal, with the club confirming ligament damage that will likely sideline him for the rest of the season. Manager Pep Guardiola provided an update, revealing that Rodri underwent surgery for an ACL and meniscus injury, ruling him out for at least eight or nine months. Guardiola acknowledged the loss of Rodri’s presence in midfield and highlighted the need for the team to find a suitable solution moving forward.
With Rodri’s absence, Guardiola may look to other midfield options like Mateo Kovacic, Ilkay Gundogan, or even defenders like John Stones to fill the gap. Stuart Pearce suggested using Stones in midfield as a viable strategy. Guardiola emphasized the need for the club to support Rodri’s recovery and find ways to maintain success in his absence, as they aim to secure victories without their key midfielder.
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