Rodri targets Man City return before end of season

Manchester City midfielder Rodri aims to return from injury before the end of the season after rupturing his ACL during a 2-2 draw with Arsenal in September.

Initially expected to miss the entire season, Rodri remains optimistic about a six-to-seven-month recovery, telling 'The Rest Is Football' podcast he’s progressing better than anticipated.

Despite significant pain and mobility challenges early on, the Spain international now feels more positive and is carefully working towards his goal.

City's form has dipped in his absence, with no wins in their last six matches across all competitions.

Rodri hopes to contribute before the season concludes on May 25, which is followed by the expanded Club World Cup in the U.S., running from June 15 to July 13.