English media have shared some positive news with Manchester City fans about Spanish midfielder Rodri Hernandez, who has been out since the start of the 2024-2025 season.
Rodri, aged 28, suffered an injury to his anterior cruciate ligament during a match against Arsenal in the fifth round of the English Premier League at the Etihad Stadium in September 2024.
The player, named the best in the world by “France Football” in 2024, underwent successful surgery, which meant he was ruled out for the rest of the season with Manchester City. However, recent updates from England bring some hope to the team’s supporters.
Manchester City receives good news about Rodri’s injury
According to the British platform “MEN”, Rodri’s recovery is progressing well, and he aims to play for Manchester City in the Club World Cup, which will take place in the United States in June 2025.
Official videos from the club’s social media accounts have shown that Rodri is putting good pressure on his injured knee and is undergoing advanced fitness training. These signs suggest that he is starting to recover well from his injury.
Besides his progress in recovery and his desire to play in the Club World Cup, there is another sign that Rodri is on the right path to recovery. The club allowed him to travel to the United States, where he recently went to New Orleans to attend the Super Bowl, an American Football League (NFL) match between the Philadelphia Eagles and Kansas City Chiefs.
Pep Guardiola, the coach, said this week that he will not rush Rodri’s return and will not take any risks with his health. He added that Rodri will return when he feels completely ready, but the club will not set a specific time for his return.
Rodri’s injury has turned Manchester City’s season upside down
Rodri’s injury has undeniably affected Manchester City’s season. The team’s results have suffered as a result, and they have experienced an unusual run of losses under Guardiola’s management.
Man City’s results and technical performance have dropped, and their chances of winning a fifth consecutive Premier League title are almost gone, as they are 15 points behind leaders Liverpool.
The club’s medical team is working to get Rodri fit for the Club World Cup, which will begin after the current season finishes. City will play in Group G, alongside Juventus, Al Ain, and Wydad.
In the meantime, Manchester City are preparing for a crucial Champions League Round of 16 match against defending champions Real Madrid, which will be held at the Etihad Stadium tomorrow, Tuesday.
City barely made it through the league stage, securing a tough 3-1 victory over Club Brugge in the final round. The team collected 11 out of 24 points, finishing in 22nd place.
