Manchester City faces a significant setback as Spanish midfielder Rodri has sustained an injury during the Premier League match against Arsenal, which ended in a 2-2 draw. The 28-year-old player will undergo surgery and is expected to be sidelined for an extended period.
Currently in Barcelona for further medical assessments, Rodri's injury has raised concerns about his participation for the remainder of the season. Coach Pep Guardiola confirmed that Rodri's condition requires a surgical procedure, suggesting that his season may be over.
Rodri, who recently celebrated winning the European Championship with Spain, expressed concerns about the demanding schedule players face, emphasizing the need for better management of player workloads. He stated, 'In my humble opinion, there are too many matches. Someone needs to look after us, as we are the main players in this sport.'
Guardiola acknowledged the seriousness of the injury but noted that there is a possibility that Rodri's recovery time might be shorter than initially anticipated. 'He will be out for a long time, that is certain. However, there are some opinions that he may return sooner than expected,' Guardiola remarked, as the club awaits final medical evaluations.