Rodri has now missed the past eight matches for Manchester City. Manchester City’s midfield general is still battling to return to full fitness. So far this season has been a frustrating experience for Rodri. Stepping in for Pep Guardiola to speak in the pre-game press conference ahead of Manchester City’s clash with Crystal Palace, City first-team coach Kolo Toure has provided an update on Rodri’s fitness. Toure explained that Rodri’s return to full fitness is an ongoing process. Rodri won’t play against Crystal Palace but he is nearing a return to the pitch as per Kolo Toure’s update yesterday.
Rodri is working on returning to the pitch for Manchester City.
Kolo Toure was asked yesterday about Rodri’s condition ahead of Manchester City’s Premier League fixture against Crystal Palace. He explained that Rodri won’t play at Selhurst Park, but he is edging closer to a return to the pitch. He explained: “*Rodri is training well, and his rehab is going well. He is looking sharper and sharper. For sure we won’t see him for the weekend but he’s going through the process.*”
The process of returning to the pitch continues for a Manchester City midfielder
It now seems that Rodri will be back sooner rather than later.
Kolo Toure’s update on Rodri’s progress is a positive one. Rodri hasn’t featured for Manchester City since their 3-1 win over Bournemouth at the beginning of November. He has been frustrated by niggling injuries since that match at the Etihad. But the fact that Rodri is now training and beginning to get consistent training under his belt indicates that he should be back on the pitch sooner rather than later. No exact timeline is available for Rodri’s return. But as long as he suffers no more injury setbacks we should see Rodri back on the pitch soon to help his team which will be a massive boost for Manchester City.
Kolo Toure’s update on Rodri’s progress is positive news for Manchester City. The hope is now that Rodri suffers no further setbacks and he can become a solid contributor again for Pep Guardiola’s side.