Pep Guardiola confirms Rodri blow as Man City handed scare ahead of Liverpool game

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Pep Guardiola has placed considerable doubt over Rodri’s fitness ahead of Liverpool’s trip to Manchester City on Sunday. Pep Guardiola confirmed a setback for Rodri “He does not feel perfect so that is why he do not take the risk,” Guardiola said.

“He will come back, this is a little setback. It does not matter if he plays good or bad knowing that he is fine and will not be out for a while.” Rodri could therefore be a doubt for Sunday’s game at the Etihad, and his absence would come as a big blow to City, while offering more hope to Liverpool.

Liverpool’s record signing has been included in Sweden’s squad for the upcoming international break, which would suggest he is ready to return to action. We'll wait and see whether he is fit for Sunday's game, although it does look like a place on the bench might be the best he and Guardiola can hope for.Story SavedYou can find this story in My Bookmarks.Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right.