Man City confirm devastating Rodri injury news in official club statement

Manchester City have finally spoken out to confirm the details of Rodri's devastating injury, and it could change everything.

The Spanish midfielder was forced to come off the pitch during City's potentially title-deciding match against Arsenal at the Etihad in the 22nd minute after a clash with Thomas Partey took him out of the game.

Initially, the extent of the 28-year-old's injury was not known, with outlets in the Spanish media suggesting it may only be a minor injury and journalists like David Ornstein and Fabrizio Romano claiming that it could be a season-ender.

And now City have finally broken their silence and confirmed the exact details of Rodri's injury, and it will have a massive impact on their title defence.

Writing on the club website, City said: "Manchester City FC can confirm that Rodri has suffered a ligament injury to his right knee.

"The midfielder travelled to Spain to seek specialist consultation this week, following initial tests in Manchester.

"Assessment remains ongoing to ascertain the full extent of the injury and expected prognosis.

"Everyone at the Club wishes him a speedy recovery and mancity.com will bring you regular updates regarding his rehabilitation."

Since joining the City in 2019, Rodri has made 260 appearances, winning four Premier League tiles and the Champions League.

Throughout this, he has only missed eight games due to injury, proving how invaluable he has been to the reigning Premier League champions.

The Arsenal match was Rodri's first appearance of the season as City manager Pep Guardiola hoped to ease his star midfielder into the season after he played a pivotal role in Spain's victory at the 2024 European Championships.

Manchester City staff had to assist Rodri off the pitch during the match against Arsenal. (Image: Getty)

He only returned to training days before the start of the Premier League season after suffering a hamstring injury during the Euros final and now faces a lengthy period away from the sport.

Speaking during his post-match press conference about the injury, City manager Guardiola said: “Rodri is a strong man! "He left the pitch in this action because he felt something. Otherwise, Rodri stays there.

"Rodri is a vocal guy, has presence… He’s the best holding midfielder in the world, a potential Ballon d’Or winner, I would love it. He’s important. But it’s happened.”