Ahead of Manchester City kicking off their 24/25 Premier League campaign the champions are reportedly making moves to tie their most important player on a new contract. A new report indicates that the world champions are keen to reward Rodri with a new contract. That would be a fitting reward for Manchester City’s most important player given the form he has shown since arriving at the club.
Matthew Mcevoy has reported for the Daily Mail that Manchester City are preparing to offer Rodri a contract extension. Mcevoy further reports that the offer will likely see Rodri’s wages doubled to reward his fine form for the club. Furthermore, Mcevoy reports that the offer to Rodri would make him one of the highest-paid players at the club. He reports that the offer to Rodri would see him earn similar wages to Erling Haaland and Kevin De Bruyne. Lastly, Mcevoy adds that signing Rodri on a new deal has been one of Manchester City’s main priorities this summer.
Rodri deserves a new contract that befits his importance to Manchester City.
Manchester City are blessed to have a plethora of world-class players in their squad. Players such as Erling Haaland, Kevin De Bruyne, Bernardo Silva, Phil Foden, Ruben Dias and more all have pivotal roles to play for Pep Guardiola’s side. But despite this fact, it is obvious that Rodri is by far and away Manchester City’s most important player. He is the heartbeat of City’s midfield and the champions are proven to be a lesser side when Rodri is out of action. Based on his contribution to the club he deserves a contract that befits his status at the club.
Based on McEvoy’s new report it seems that Manchester City are keen to reward Rodri. He is arguably the best midfielder in world football. There is an argument to be made that no other player has the influence Rodri has for both club and country. He has shown just how good he is consistently over the past two seasons. Rodri was crucial to City’s treble success. It was his goal that helped City claim their maiden UEFA Champions League crown. His performances last season were also crucial to Manchester City winning a fourth consecutive Premier League title. His body of work is second to none. Based on this he deserves a contract that shows his stature in the game.
It appears that it may be only a matter of time before Rodri gets that reward. McEvoy’s report shows Manchester City are keen to tie their midfield general down on a new deal. If both parties do agree on a new contract no one can begrudge Rodri his flowers. He has well and truly earned that honour with his performances for Manchester City. The hope is now that the negotiations are straight forward so Manchester City can build their midfield around Rodri for years to come.
