Rodri Injury Scare: Man City Faces Trouble Ahead of Monaco Clash

Manchester City is on high alert as midfielder Rodri reports feeling pain in the knee that sidelined him for a significant eight months last season. Following his absence during City’s emphatic 5-1 victory over Burnley, his fitness for the upcoming Champions League match against AS Monaco remains in jeopardy. Manager Pep Guardiola has made it clear that he will not risk Rodri’s health, emphasizing the severity of his previous cruciate ligament injury incurred last September. The talented midfielder had just returned to form after starting three matches in a week against tough opponents including Manchester United and Arsenal.

After resting Rodri during the Carabao Cup triumph over Huddersfield, the news of his discomfort has sent shockwaves through the City camp. Guardiola stated, “Rodri was training and said, ‘I’m not able to play. I have a lot of pain in my knee.'” With such a critical match approaching, the City lineup is likely to see changes, including Nico Gonzalez stepping in as Rodri’s replacement. Additionally, the team is also grappling with the absence of other key players due to injury, including Rayan Cherki, Omar Marmoush, and Abdukodir Khusanov. With the team’s Champions League aspirations at stake, fans and management alike will be eagerly awaiting further updates on Rodri’s condition as the match against Monaco approaches.