Manchester City Manager Enzo Maresca Seeks Replacement for Rodri
· Sports · BBC Sport, Sportstar
Manchester City manager Enzo Maresca confirmed the club will attempt to recruit a new midfielder following the departure of captain Rodri to Barcelona. Rodri, who won the 2024 Ballon d'Or and helped the club secure four Premier League titles, signed a four-year contract with the La Liga champions after a reported £65m fee was agreed. Maresca remains optimistic about the transition, noting that the club has successfully replaced key figures like David Silva and Fernandinho in the past. City has already signed midfielder Elliot Anderson for a record £115m and remains in talks for several other targets, including Lille's Ayyoub Bouaddi. Meanwhile, Tottenham have agreed to a £75m deal for City winger Savinho.
Why it matters
Replacing a world-class midfielder like Rodri is essential for Manchester City to maintain its competitive standing in the Premier League and European competitions.
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