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Man City's Rodri Out for Season After Knee Surgery

Sep 27, 2024, 12:41 PM

Manchester City midfielder Rodri has been ruled out for the remainder of the 2024/25 season due to an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury in his right knee, confirmed by manager Pep Guardiola. Rodri underwent surgery this morning to repair the ACL and some meniscus damage. The injury, which occurred during City's recent draw with Arsenal, will keep him sidelined for nine months. Guardiola emphasized the significant impact of Rodri's absence, noting that he is irreplaceable but the team will need to find a collective solution. This injury poses a considerable challenge for the Manchester City champions, especially with Kevin De Bruyne also sidelined for their upcoming match against Newcastle United.