Pep Guardiola admits Man City made a major mistake with Rodri's recovery - as manager lauds the 'special player' key to club's Premier League title challenge
Pep Guardiola has admitted that Manchester City rushed Rodri back into action too soon but believes their metronome is nearing top form. The Spain international pushed himself to return from last season’s ACL injury within eight months and suffered further problems as a result. He’s a special player.’Rodri is available for Saturday’s game against Newcastle United as City await the outcome of an FA charge for misconduct. The central midfielder has 18 months left on his contract and Guardiola urged him to sign an extension. ‘Rodri is Rodri.
Source: Metro February 21, 2026 09:23 UTC
