P. Guardiola: 'R. Cherki is one of the greatest talents in my career'

2025-10-21 17:19 © zumapress.com

Manchester City's head coach Pep Guardiola commented on Rodri's injury situation before the match against Villarreal and praised midfielder Rayan Cherki's talent:

I don't think Rodri will play against the "submarines"… I also don't think he will play against Birmingham's Aston Villa team.

This won't be a long-term injury, but it is related to the muscles. We have to be careful.

R. Cherki is one of the greatest talents I have seen in my career.

Technically and individually, he is a great player. The question is how the Frenchman will adapt and be able to read the game.

Every time the ball gets to him, the situation improves. He feels no pressure.

22-year-old Rayan Cherki has scored a goal this season in three matches.

He returned from injury and played six minutes against the Everton team.