Simon Stone, BBC Sport’s chief football writer, reveals that Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola views Rodri as irreplaceable in his midfield setup. With Kalvin Phillips currently on loan at Ipswich and deemed not good enough by Guardiola, the City boss may opt for a formation change to accommodate the absence of a single midfield anchor, potentially moving towards a two-player system. Guardiola’s tactical adjustments suggest a shift in City’s playing style in the coming matches.
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