Man City handed fresh injury concern after Rodri absence ahead of Liverpool clash
Manchester City have been handed another injury scare ahead of their Premier League showdown with Liverpool as Rodri missed Spain's win over Cyprus.
There have been several players injured or withdrawn from the November internationals. There have been at least eight City players to cause concern for Pep Guardiola with Kevin de Bruyne among the long-term issues.
On the eve of the break, Ederson pulled out of travelling with Brazil after picking up a foot injury during their 4-4 draw with Chelsea. Liverpool goalkeeper Alisson deputised in his place, after the Reds shot-stopper fell down the pecking order following the arrival of Fernando Diniz.
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Matheus Nunes and Erling Haaland were the latest casualties during the international break and prior to Spain's 3-1 win in Kolossi, there was further concern after Rodri missed out.
According to Spanish outlet COPE, the 27-year-old was absent for the triumph after complaints of 'discomfort' to the medical staff this week.
There were no further updates regarding the midfielder from Spain boss Luis de la Fuerte. City have already had to fend without the former Atletico Madrid man, following his two-match suspension, which saw City lose both games against Wolves and Arsenal.
Guardiola will be hoping to have his key man fit for the visit of Liverpool, when the Premier League returns on November 25.
On Thursday, Haaland provided further concerns as he was subbed late on in their 2-0 win over Faroe Islands. Although, the club doctor confirmed that it was a "slight twist" of his ankle, a similar injury he suffered at Manchester City,
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