Manchester City have confirmed that midfielder Rodri has been ruled out with a knee ligament injury. The 24-year-old Spaniard sustained the injury during the weekend’s match against Crystal Palace, in which he was forced off in the first half.
City manager Pep Guardiola expressed his concern for Rodri’s injury, saying, “It’s never easy to see a player go down like that. We will miss him on the pitch, but more importantly, we want him to recover fully and be back stronger than ever.”
Rodri himself expressed his disappointment at the setback, stating, “I was feeling good and playing well, so this is a tough blow for me. But I will work hard to come back as soon as possible and help the team achieve its goals.”
The injury comes at a crucial time for City, who are currently challenging for the Premier League title and looking to make a deep run in the Champions League. Rodri’s absence leaves a void in the midfield that Guardiola will need to address in the coming matches.
City’s medical staff are working closely with Rodri to determine the best course of action for his recovery. While the exact timeline for his return is uncertain, the club is hopeful that he will be back on the pitch before the end of the season.
In the meantime, Guardiola has expressed his confidence in the depth of his squad, saying, “We have players who can step up and fill the void left by Rodri’s absence. We have a strong team and we will continue to push forward in his absence.”
City fans will be hoping for a speedy recovery for Rodri, as they look to continue their pursuit of silverware on all fronts. The midfielder’s presence will be sorely missed, but his determination to return stronger than ever will surely be a source of inspiration for his teammates.
