February 18th 2024.
Manchester City's midfielder, Rodri, has been on fire this season, according to his manager Pep Guardiola. In fact, Guardiola goes as far as to say that Rodri is the best midfielder in the world, by far. And it's not just because of his renowned ability to hold down the midfield, but also because of his all-around contributions to the team.
Ever since joining Manchester City from Atletico Madrid in 2019, the 27-year-old has become a crucial part of the team, making 237 appearances and playing in over 50 games in three out of four completed seasons. While Rodri may not always grab the spotlight like other players such as Erling Haaland, Kevin De Bruyne, or Phil Foden, his value to the team is undeniable. In fact, Manchester City has not lost a game in over a year in which Rodri has played.
Naturally, Guardiola is thrilled with his fellow Spaniard's performance. But he doesn't just see Rodri as the best holding midfielder in the game, he believes he is the best midfielder overall. This is because Rodri brings so much more to the table than just being an anchor in the center of the pitch. As Guardiola puts it, "The holding midfielder has to play positive, for him and for the team, and make the team play. This is the role for the holding midfielders." He believes that all the glory should go to the strikers and number 10 players who score goals and make assists.
However, this doesn't mean that Rodri doesn't get his fair share of recognition. In fact, Guardiola points out that Rodri has the ability to score crucial goals in important moments, making him an unbelievable player. Guardiola even goes as far as to say that Rodri is currently the best midfielder in the world, by far, because of his multifaceted abilities.
It's clear that Manchester City made a wise decision in signing Rodri, as he has become an integral part of the team's success in recent years. Guardiola admits that it's difficult to imagine where they would be without him. And this season, Rodri seems to be on track to surpass his best goal-scoring season of 7 goals in all competitions, as he has already scored 6.
In their latest match against Chelsea, Rodri once again proved his worth by scoring a crucial late equalizer, securing a 1-1 draw for Manchester City. It's no wonder that Guardiola is full of praise for his midfielder, who continues to impress with his performances.
In other news, Dan Ashworth has asked to leave Newcastle United, and Manchester United will have to pay a hefty sum if they want to acquire his services. And unfortunately, Luke Shaw's injury doesn't look good, according to Erik ten Hag.
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