Man City release statement with Rodri update after star travels to Spain to see specialist for knee injury
MANCHESTER CITY have released a statement providing an injury update on Rodri after the star travelled to Spain to see a specialist.
Rodri was left in agony when he collapsed during City’s 2-2 draw with Arsenal on Sunday.
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APThe Spanish ace went down after a light tussle with Thomas Partey[/caption]
ReutersHe was forced off the field as reporters suggested he’d suffered an ACL setback[/caption]
The midfielder clutched his leg after a light tussle with Thomas Partey.
And he was forced to leave the field with the help of several medics.
Pep Guardiola left nobody in doubt over the severity of Rodri’s injury by hailing him as a “strong” player who would never come off willingly.
While reports suggested the Euros winner had torn his ACL, potentially ending his campaign.
Rodri immediately flew to Barcelona to see a knee specialist.
And following initial exams, City confirmed that Rodri has indeed suffered ligament damage to the joint.
But they refused to say whether it was an ACL injury, which would deal a major blow to their title hopes.
A statement from the champions read: “Manchester City FC can confirm that Rodri has suffered a ligament injury to his right knee.
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“The injury was sustained during the first half of this weekend’s 2-2 draw with Arsenal in the Premier League.
“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.”
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