Man City’s Ederson dismisses rumors of leaving the club
Amid swirling speculation about his future, Man City’s Ederson dismisses rumors of leaving the club, insisting he remains fully committed to Manchester City. As the squad regains momentum after a packed season, attention has also turned to players returning from injury, including Spanish midfielder Rodri, who is slowly finding his rhythm again. After spending a significant period on the sidelines, Rodri made his long-awaited return to action in City’s second-to-last Premier League game against Bournemouth, playing for just seven minutes. While that short appearance marked his return to the pitch, his real comeback began during the Club World Cup, where he featured as a substitute in the opening two fixtures—against Wydad Casablanca and Al Ain.
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Rodri Speaks on His Recovery Journey
Rodri has spoken openly about his journey back to fitness, admitting that he is still not at his best physically. The Spanish international expressed his joy at returning to competitive football through the Club World Cup, calling it the perfect tournament to ease himself back into play. “I feel very good and very happy to be here,” he said. “It’s an amazing tournament to start again to play football. I’m really excited to join the team again.” While his tone was upbeat, Rodri acknowledged that he still has a long way to go before reaching his full potential.
Mental Strength and Patience Key to Return
Describing the recovery process as lengthy, Rodri emphasized the importance of staying mentally strong and patient during his time away from the pitch. “I feel very, very strong, to be honest. The process was long, but I was taking my time,” he shared. His focus during recovery was clear: stay mentally tough and avoid negative emotions. “The most important thing was to keep focused and be strong, not be sad or whatever. One day I would come back and this day has finally come,” he added. Although Rodri admitted it could take months before he’s fully back to his peak, he concluded by saying, “I’m so happy.”
