January 2025 transfer: Rodri’s possible replacement at Man City revealed

Rodri has been ruled out for the remainder of the season, leaving a significant gap in Pep Guardiola’s Manchester City midfield. In response to his injury, the club is eyeing Real Sociedad’s Martin Zubimendi as a potential replacement, with plans to bid €60 million for the Liverpool target during the January transfer window.

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While Zubimendi’s potential move to Manchester City is still uncertain, the interest from Liverpool adds a competitive edge to the transfer race.

Should he choose to join the Premier League champions, his future role remains in question, especially once Rodri returns next season. Rodri’s absence has exposed the vulnerability in City’s midfield, making it crucial for the club to secure a top-tier defensive midfielder to maintain their title ambitions for the 2024/2025 season.

Although Mateo Kovacic and Rico Lewis have stepped in to cover the position temporarily, bringing in a specialist defensive midfielder like Zubimendi would provide greater stability to Guardiola’s squad. The importance of such a signing cannot be overstated as City aims to prevent their season from derailing.

As the January 2025 transfer window approaches, Manchester City will be keen to solidify their squad. Currently sitting second in the Premier League behind Liverpool, City will resume domestic action after the international break on October 20, 2024, with an away fixture against Wolves.