Manchester City midfielder Rodri is targeting a return to action before the end of the 2024-25 season. Rodri had been expected to miss the rest of the campaign with anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) and meniscus damage in his right knee,

Manchester City’s midfield general Rodri is ruled out for the rest of the season after suffering an ACL injury in the first half of Manchester City’s 2-all draw with Arsenal.

Ever since Rodri suffered his injury against Arsenal, it has become even more apparent that he is arguably as crucial to the team as Erling Haaland. As well as currently being on a four-game losing streak, City have only defeated two teams - Slovan Bratislava and Sparta Prague - by more than a one-goal margin in 11 matches.

Rodri’s Ballon d’Or win was a historic moment for Spanish football but marred by Real Madrid’s boycott of the event and Vinicius Junior’s frosty response. While the rivalry added drama, Rodri remained unperturbed: “I care about my family and my club… I wouldn’t have done it that way.”

Rodri's injury and subsequent recommendation have injected significant drama into Manchester City's January transfer plans. His influence, even from the sidelines, highlights his importance to the team and sets the stage for a potentially pivotal transfer battle to address their midfield crisis.

Manchester City’s Ballon d’Or winner Rodri has looked towards the future of the club beyond Pep Guardiola, making an admission over the Catalan’s exit date.The 53-year-old remains in the final

Rodri is eyeing a Manchester City comeback before time as he hopes to play some matches towards the end of the 2024-25 campaign.