Rodri Injury Setback: Manchester City Star Ruled Out Until Mid-September

Manchester City will miss important midfielder Rodri for at least another month. He got injured again during the Club World Cup. Manager Pep Guardiola said the Spanish international will not be ready until mid-September.

WHAT HAPPENED TO RODRI?

Rodri, 29, missed a lot of last season due to a knee injury he got against Arsenal in September 2024. He came back at the end of the season and played in the last two Premier League games. He also played in Manchester City‘s Club World Cup games this summer. But during the round of 16 match against Al Hilal, Rodri got hurt again and had to leave the field early. Guardiola said, “Rodri is getting better but had a big injury against Al Hilal. He’s trained better, we hope after international break is when he will be really fit.” Reports say the new injury might be related to his groin, but the club has not confirmed that.

THE IMPACT ON MANCHESTER CITY

Rodri’s injury is a big problem for Manchester City. Last season, the team struggled without their star midfielder, who missed most of the season and only came back at the end. Manchester City finished third in the Premier League, just behind Arsenal and champions Liverpool. Rodri, regarded as City’s most important player in midfield, was greatly missed during that time, and Pep Guardiola now has to find other options at the start of the new season. Other midfielders need to step up, especially since Rodri might not play much before September. City’s next game is against Wolves in the Premier League, and the team hopes to start strong even without their main player.

WHAT’S NEXT FOR RODRI AND MANCHESTER CITY?

Rodri will continue his recovery plan during the international break, hoping to be fully fit by mid-September. Guardiola believes he will return to the team after that period, but the club will not rush his recovery. Manchester City wants to keep up with Liverpool, who are the main title contenders at the start of the season. Fans will be looking for updates on Rodri’s progress, knowing his presence could be crucial in City’s fight to win the Premier League title again. According to recent reports, Manchester City are prepared to offer Rodri a new contract lasting until June 2029, significantly increasing his wages and making him the club’s second-top earner after Erling Haaland. This contract reflects his importance to the team.