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Enzo Maresca

Manchester City's head coach, appointed for the 2026-27 season.

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Enzo Maresca, Manchester City's head coach, said Rodri will rejoin the squad once he has recovered from back surgery, after David Ornstein reported on 24 July that Real Madrid are working on the basis the midfielder joins them this summer .

Maresca, an Italian coach, was appointed Manchester City's head coach for the 2026-27 season. Rodri, the Spain midfielder under contract at City until 2027, took the Golden Ball as the 2026 World Cup's best player .

No formal talks between the clubs have taken place and Manchester City do not want to sell, so Maresca's comment describes a player he expects back, not one he expects to lose.

Common Questions
Who is Enzo Maresca?
Manchester City's head coach, appointed for the 2026-27 season.Source: event
What did Enzo Maresca say about Rodri's injury?
That Rodri will rejoin the Manchester City squad once he has recovered from back surgery.Source: event
Is Rodri leaving Manchester City for Real Madrid?
No formal talks have taken place; Real Madrid met his representatives but Manchester City do not want to sell.Source: event