On the latest episode of Planet Premier League on BBC Sounds, Wales captain Aaron Ramsey spoke about the ways in which Manchester City are missing midfielder Rodri. The Spain international is out with a long-term knee injury and, in his absence, City are on a run of four consecutive defeats in all competitions.

Manchester City midfielder Rodri is targeting a return to action before the end of the 2024-25 season. Rodri had been expected to miss the rest of the campaign with anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) and meniscus damage in his right knee,

Manchester City could yet see Rodri feature for the club this season, the player himself has hinted during a new interview in Spain after winning the 2024 Ballon d’Or.The 28-year-old was recently

Rodri's injury and subsequent recommendation have injected significant drama into Manchester City's January transfer plans. His influence, even from the sidelines, highlights his importance to the team and sets the stage for a potentially pivotal transfer battle to address their midfield crisis.

Rodri's season was presumed to be over after he underwent ACL surgery but the Ballon d'Or winner has not given up hope of representing Manchester City again before the end of the 2024/25 campaign.

Rodri is eyeing a Manchester City comeback before time as he hopes to play some matches towards the end of the 2024-25 campaign.