Manchester City's Spanish superstar midfielder Rodri is expected to be out for an extended period following a serious knee injury sustained during Sunday's 2-2 draw against Arsenal at the Etihad Stadium.
The injury occurred just 21 minutes into the match under minimal contact, and initial assessments indicate that Rodri has suffered an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury. He has since traveled to Barcelona for further tests to determine the exact nature of the injury.
In a press conference on Tuesday, City manager Pep Guardiola addressed the situation, stating, \"Still we don't have the definitive [answer]. He will be out for a long time. But there are some opinions that it will be less than we expect. Right now I cannot tell you. We are waiting for the last phone calls and the type of surgery he needs. Tonight or tomorrow we know.\"
Since joining Manchester City from Atletico Madrid in July 2019, Rodri has been a pivotal playmaker, contributing to the team's four Premier League titles and one UEFA Champions League trophy. His exceptional performances have also made him one of the favorites for the Ballon d'Or this year.
The club and fans alike hope for Rodri's swift recovery, as his presence has been instrumental in Manchester City's recent successes.
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Manchester City manager Guardiola: Rodri will be out for 'a long time'
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