Pep Guardiola issues worrying Rodri injury update after crucial Arsenal victory

Pep Guardiola issues worrying Rodri injury update after crucial Arsenal victoryManchester City midfielder Rodri was withdrawn late on in his side’s vital Premier League victory against title rivals Arsenal and Pep Guardiola has issued an update on the SpaniardCommentsSportDaniel Orme Sports Writer22:37, 19 Apr 2026View 2 ImagesPep Guardiola has offered an update on Man City's Rodri following his injury vs Arsenal(Image: Getty Images)Rodri will undergo tests for a possible groin injury, Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola has confirmed. The Spanish midfielder was taken off in the second-half of City’s vital Premier League victory against Arsenal.‌And while Guardiola believes it is too early to rule him out long term, he has confirmed that City will be forced to keep a close eye on the midfielder.‌Speaking on Sunday, he said: “I don’t know how long Rodri will be out. “[It’s the] groin I think the doctor said but we will see. We will make a test tonight or tomorrow.”‌A long-term injury will be another blow to City, with Rodri having struggled for fitness this season. The 29-year-old has made just 16 Premier League starts this season, having suffered with knee and hamstring problems.READ MORE: Erling Haaland sends message to Gabriel after 'headbutt' controversy - 'I won the battle'READ MORE: Sky Sports forced to apologise for X-rated Erling Haaland interview after Man City beat ArsenalFOLLOW OUR MAN CITY FB PAGE! Follow our Manchester City Mirror Football Facebook pageThat follows a season in which Rodri made just eight appearances after sustaining a serious knee injury. City will certainly need his services as they attempt to seal the Premier League crown once more.‌Their victory against Arsenal on Sunday saw them move just three points behind the north London side with a game in hand. They are next back in action in midweek as they take on relegation-threatened Burnley.While Guardiola says City have boosted their chances to win the Premier Leag...