Tue Sep 24 05:52:39 UTC 2024: ## Rodri Faces Lengthy Spell on the Sidelines After Serious Knee Injury

**Manchester, England** – Manchester City midfielder Rodri is facing a potentially season-ending injury after suffering a serious knee injury during Sunday’s Premier League draw against Arsenal. The Spaniard, who was making his first start of the season after a summer injury, went down clutching his right knee after just 21 minutes.

Initial tests have revealed a serious injury, and although further examinations are scheduled in Spain, sources close to the player suggest he may be sidelined for the rest of the 2024-25 season. This news is a major blow for City, who fought back from a goal down to earn a 2-2 draw and reclaim top spot in the Premier League.

Rodri’s injury comes at a time when he was vocal about the increasing workload on professional footballers. Just days before the injury, he spoke about the potential for players to go on strike due to the ever-growing number of fixtures. He highlighted the strain of playing 50 games last season, which would potentially extend to 70-80 games this season if City reach the final of the inaugural FIFA Club World Cup.

“If it keeps this way we will have no other option,” Rodri said, referencing the possibility of strike action. “It is something that worries us.”

The midfielder’s absence leaves a significant gap in the City midfield, with the club facing a challenging schedule ahead. They next face Watford in the Carabao Cup on Tuesday, followed by a Premier League trip to Newcastle United on Saturday.

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