Rodri injury update given as Pep Guardiola delivers damning Man City verdict

Here are your latest Manchester City headlines after Pep Guardiola's pre-Leeds press conference.

Guardiola Gives Updates on Bernardo and Rodri

Guardiola stated he has not discussed Bernardo Silva's future with the player but confirmed he would support whatever decision the captain makes regarding his contract, which is in its final year. The manager also provided an injury update, confirming that key midfielder Rodri will remain sidelined for the upcoming Premier League match against Leeds due to a hamstring problem. Read here >>>

‘We Didn’t Try’ - Guardiola Delivers Damning Verdict to City Players

Following City's Champions League defeat to Bayer Leverkusen, Guardiola heavily criticized the players he rotated into the starting line-up, stating they "didn't try" and lacked confidence. Guardiola suggested the players were too focused on avoiding mistakes rather than actively trying to execute the game plan, a performance he called a "good lesson for me." Read here >>>

‘He Says That About John Stones’ - City Contract Call Given Fresh Urgency

Former defender Joleon Lescott emphasized the urgency for City to offer a new contract to John Stones, whose current deal is nearing its end. Lescott hailed Stones as the club's best defender when fully fit, arguing that the player's ability and form from the treble-winning season make him an automatic starter if he can overcome his recent fitness issues. Read here >>>

City Now Have 10 Undroppables - But Final Selection Decision is Wide Open

The disappointing performances of the fringe players in the Champions League loss to Bayer Leverkusen effectively ended Guardiola's recent rotation plans, solidifying the roles of at least 10 key "undroppable" starters. This turn of events means only one starting position remains a subject of tactical debate for the upcoming match against Leeds, with a handful of attacking options competing for the spot. Read here >>>