Guardiola gets emotional: Rodri is coming back
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Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola said he is hopeful of his midfielder Rodri's recovery and hopes the Ballon d'Or winner will return to the pitch before the end of the season.
Guardiola had initially ruled Rodri out for the season after the player suffered a torn ligament in September. But Rodri, who set himself a target of an early return after surgery, has now resumed individual training, writes KosovaPress.
"The fans should know they are not the only ones who are excited," Guardiola told reporters after Saturday's 3-1 win over Plymouth Argyle to reach the quarter-finals of the FA Cup.
"He was touching the ball today. He was in the dressing room... he feels more confident, he feels happier. I couldn't have expected him before, but I think maybe, before the end of the season. Not even in the Club World Cup, but in the Premier League, maybe he will help us," the Spanish coach added.
However, the manager said the club would be cautious with Rodri's recovery, according to
KosovaPress.
"A step with the times. But yes, he looks good. However, he is not close to returning, I would say," Guardiola said.
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