Rodri

‘Still the best player in the world’ – Pep Guardiola reveals Rodri is available for Manchester City’s clash with Tottenham but admits Ballon d’Or holder must be managed carefully

Pep Guardiola has confirmed Rodri will be available for Manchester City’s vital clash against Tottenham on Saturday, hailing the Ballon d'Or holder as 'still the best player in the world'. The Spaniard missed the Premier League opener at Wolves but is now set for his first minutes of the new campaign after a careful recovery from his ACL tear last season.

Tijjani Reijnders ready to play 'anywhere' for Pep Guardiola after Rodri injury blow as new Man City signing bids to make instant impression after £46.5m move

New Manchester City signing Tijjani Reijnders is determined to prove his worth and impress Pep Guardiola, as he is willing to play anywhere in the midfield. Guardiola could make use of the Dutch international's versatility in the absence of Ballon d'Or winner Rodri, who suffered a fresh injury during the Club World Cup after recovering from his ACL setback.

Man City set to offer Real Madrid transfer target Rodri a bumper new contract that would make him club's second-highest earner after Erling Haaland

Manchester City are reportedly preparing to table a bumper new contract offer for their midfield linchpin, Rodri, as part of a strategic effort to fend off Real Madrid’s sustained interest. City see this new deal as pivotal to retaining one of Pep Guardiola’s most essential players, who is in line to become the second best paid player at the club after Erling Haaland.