Ballon d’Or: He’s a potential winner – Guardiola hails Man City midfielder

Manchester City manager, Pep Guardiola has hailed Rodri as a potential Ballon d’Or winner.

Guardiola was speaking after their 2-2 draw with Arsenal on Sunday.

Rodri left the game in the first half with a knee injury, after coming together with Thomas Partey.

Rodri’s importance to Guardiola’s team is well-documented, with City losing three of the four Premier League fixtures the 28-year-old missed last season.

“I don’t know, I didn’t speak to the doctor,” Guardiola told reporters.

“[But] Rodri is strong. He leaves the pitch in this action because he felt something, otherwise Rodri stays there.

“He’s the best holding midfielder in the world, He is a potential Ballon d’Or winner, I would love for him to win.”

Ballon d’Or: He’s a potential winner – Guardiola hails Man City midfielder