Manchester City manager, Pep Guardiola, has opened up about the significant challenge his team faces following the injury of key midfielder Rodri.

Describing Rodri as "the best midfielder in the world," Guardiola acknowledged the serious impact of his absence but emphasized the importance of finding solutions. 

The Spanish tactician stressed that his responsibility now is to adapt and ensure the team remains competitive despite losing such a crucial player for an extended period.

Guardiola likened the situation to the earlier absence of Kevin de Bruyne, one of Manchester City's other irreplaceable stars. 

He recalled how the team had to come together as a unit to cope without de Bruyne and insisted that a similar approach would be necessary to compensate for Rodri's absence. 

"When a player is irreplaceable, we have to do it as a team," Guardiola explained, hinting at the collective responsibility of the squad to step up in the face of adversity.

While losing Rodri is undeniably a setback, Guardiola remains optimistic about the team's ability to adapt. 

His comments reflect his belief in his players' resilience and capacity to overcome challenges, as City continues to chase silverware on multiple fronts. 

As the team braces for this new test, Guardiola's leadership will be vital in ensuring they remain competitive, even without one of their most important players.