Manchester City's Rodri facing uncertain future as club statement emerges.
Rodri has undergone successful minor back surgery, Manchester City have confirmed, sparking fresh uncertainty over his future at the Etihad Stadium.
The Spain international remains at the centre of widespread media reports concerning his future at Manchester City, with Real Madrid believed to be optimistic about their chances of signing the Ballon d'Or winning midfielder this summer.
Rodri is entering into the final 12 months of his existing Manchester City contract, and whilst a lucrative renewal offer remains on the table in the North-West of England, there have been no indications that he would be willing to sign the deal.
Manchester City's new manager Enzo Maresca has downplayed speculation surrounding Rodri's future, saying, "First of all, we have to say that around big players there is always speculation."
Maresca continued, "I think every manager wants to have Rodri, because he's a top player. But now, surgery on a back problem, and then he needs holiday, he needs to rest, recovery, and then he will be back here with us."
Rodri's successful surgery is a welcome relief for Manchester City, but it does little to address the uncertainty surrounding his future at the club.
Manchester City's decision to confirm Rodri's surgery in a club statement suggests that the club is keen to keep fans updated on the midfielder's progress.
However, the fact that the club has chosen not to address speculation over Rodri's future in the statement raises questions about whether the midfielder is indeed on the way out of Manchester City.
Rodri's future at Manchester City remains one of the biggest questions in the Premier League this summer, and with the midfielder's contract set to expire in 12 months, it's likely that the story will continue to unfold over the coming weeks and months.
As Rodri begins his rehabilitation, Manchester City will be eager to see him return to training as soon as possible, but the midfielder's future at the club remains uncertain.
Source: Yahoo Sports