Maresca says 'anything can happen' as rumours of Rodri move to Barcelona intensify
Manchester City manager Enzo Maresca has refused to rule out Rodri leaving the club for Barcelona, insisting “anything can happen” before the transfer window closes as speculation over the Spain midfielder's future intensifies. The uncertainty surrounding one of City's most influential players was heightened on Friday after an apparent photograph of Rodri travelling on a budget Ryanair flight…
Manchester City manager Enzo Maresca has expressed that anything can happen regarding Rodri potentially leaving the club for Barcelona as transfer window rumors intensify. The speculation was heightened by a viral photograph of Rodri traveling on a budget flight from Madrid to Liverpool. Maresca confirmed Rodri's fitness to return to training after back surgery, but played down the significance of the rumors.
Barcelona continues to be linked with the 2024 Ballon d'Or winner, who has been a key player for City. Chelsea has reportedly set a deadline for bids for Argentina midfielder Enzo Fernandez, another linked player. Maresca confirmed that City will conduct transfer business in the next 24 hours, but ruled out any new arrivals on Friday.
He emphasized that the Community Shield is a trophy and not just a pre-season friendly, stating that his focus is on preparing for their first final since succeeding Pep Guardiola. Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta also expressed his desire to start the season with silverware, aiming to win the Premier League title for the first time since 2004.
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