Get the City transfer window latest, team news, match updates and analysis delivered straight to your inbox Pep Guardiola has told Rodri he can be one of the best holding midfielders to ever play the game if he continues to show the desire to improve at Manchester City.
The Spaniard has been in excellent form for the Blues this season and he was integral to City's stylish victory against Chelsea at Stamford Bridge last weekend.
Rodri will again have his hands full on Sunday, with City facing Liverpool at Anfield, but he has looked more attuned than ever to Guardiola's demands this season and his ability to win the ball back in key areas and control the game was integral to the win against Chelsea a week ago.
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