“Rodri Names the Perfect Replacement Man City Must Target in January Amid Losing Streak”
“Rodri Reveals the Ideal January Signing to Boost Man City After Four-Game Losing Streak”
Rodri is actively involved in identifying his replacement at Manchester City after Pep Guardiola’s side suffered an unprecedented four consecutive losses. With injuries plaguing the squad, City has dropped games to Spurs, Bournemouth, Sporting CP, and Brighton, the latter overcoming them at the Amex Stadium after a comeback.
This marks City’s worst streak in six years, leaving them five points adrift of Liverpool in the Premier League race. Rodri’s season-ending ACL injury, sustained against Arsenal, has left a noticeable void in City’s midfield. While Mateo Kovacic has performed admirably, he typically plays further forward, and Ilkay Gundogan, who rejoined on a free transfer from Barcelona, has struggled to regain form.
Manchester City rarely make mid-season signings, but reports from the Daily Star suggest that the club is prepared to invest £100 million in January reinforcements. They are reportedly targeting Real Sociedad midfielder Martin Zubimendi, who excelled for Spain in the Euros, stepping into Rodri’s role in the final.
A source close to City claims Rodri has been advising Guardiola on Zubimendi’s style and strengths. Although Zubimendi is not as physically imposing as Rodri, he offers a similar playing profile. He was also a top target for Liverpool last summer, but the player ultimately chose to stay with Sociedad, declaring his commitment to the Basque club. However, City may trigger Zubimendi’s £60 million release clause as they look to reinforce the squad.
