"Rodri, hailed as the best in the world, cleared to face Spurs, according to Guardiola"
Manchester City's midfield maestro, Rodri, is set to return to the team for the upcoming match against Tottenham on Saturday, following his injury layoff. The Spanish international has been a significant figure in the team's success, as evidenced by the statistics from the previous season.
Rodri, who joined Manchester City from Atlético Madrid, has had a notable impact on the team's performance. In the games he played, City won 73.2% of their matches, compared to 61.7% without him. This translates to an average of 2.5 goals scored per game and a mere 0.8 goals conceded when Rodri is in the squad.
However, Rodri's availability has been a concern due to recurring injuries. He missed the Premier League opener against Wolves and the last game due to a lack of training. Despite this, Pep Guardiola, the City manager, remains optimistic about Rodri's future contributions.
Guardiola has consistently praised Rodri, calling him the "best player in the world". He believes that Rodri's consistency will improve with more training and games. This sentiment is shared by Rodri himself, who is eager to play more regularly going forward.
Phil Foden, another key player for Manchester City, will also be available for the Tottenham game, having missed the last match due to a lack of training. This boosts City's midfield options, providing a strong foundation for the upcoming clash.
Despite the injury concerns, Guardiola is not worried about a drop in performance levels from Rodri. The statistics show that Manchester City performed better with Rodri in the team compared to without him in the previous season. This trend is expected to continue as Rodri returns to full fitness.
Rodri's return for the penultimate match of the 2020-2021 season marked a significant turnaround for Manchester City's fortunes. He played just three league games last season due to a knee injury against Arsenal. However, his impact was immediate, as City went on to win all three matches.
As Manchester City prepares for the Tottenham game, the team can look forward to the return of one of their key players. Rodri's consistent performances and ability to control the midfield are crucial to the team's success. With him back in the squad, City fans can expect another exciting chapter in the team's journey.
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