#rodri

#rodri

"Right now he [Rodri] is not able to play three games a week at top level with the intensity and demand of the opponents," the City boss said.

Reijnders insists he is willing to play in any position in Manchester City's midfield under Pep Guardiola amid Rodri's injury setback. He scored two goals in a pre-season friendly.

Manchester City is concerned about the possibility of losing Spain captain Rodri, as he has yet to decide whether to extend his contract beyond 2027.

Real Madrid is aiming to make a significant midfield overhaul this summer by targeting Rodri from Manchester City. They are offering Rodrygo, Eduardo Camavinga, and €40 million in return.

He's getting better. It's almost nine months since the sad day it happened. He has been out for a long time. He's getting better.

Guardiola said: No [he can't start]. He's getting better. We're not going to forget that it's almost nine months since the sad day it happened.

Foden has been struggling with an ankle injury and off-field issues; Guardiola insists he did not collaborate with Tuchel on Foden’s absence from the England squad.