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UEFA Disciplinary Action Looms for Manchester City Midfielder
Manchester City’s Rodri faces potential disciplinary action from UEFA after being caught up in a chant controversy. Following Spain’s European Championships triumph, the midfielder’s participation in an inflammatory chant has led to the opening of proceedings that could result in a ban affecting his international and club commitments.
Former Advisor Predicts Impact on International Duties
Stefan Borson, a former financial advisor at Manchester City, has weighed in on the situation, indicating that Rodri is more likely to miss Spain’s upcoming international fixtures in September rather than his club’s matches. The chant, which claimed Gibraltar as Spanish, has also implicated teammate Alvaro Morata, with both players now facing charges from European football’s governing body.
FA Complaint Raises Stakes for Rodri and Morata
The controversy escalated after the Football Association submitted a formal complaint to UEFA regarding the chant, which followed Spain’s 2-1 win over England. This has led to the possibility of Rodri being sidelined for critical games, including Manchester City’s Champions League group stage matches starting in September.
Manchester City’s Concerns Over Potential Ban
Despite the looming threat of a ban, Borson believes that any suspension is unlikely to significantly affect Manchester City, where Rodri is considered an integral part of Pep Guardiola’s squad. “There should be limited impact on City,” Borson stated, acknowledging Rodri’s importance to the team’s performance. He also suggested that a brief respite from playing could benefit the player by reducing his workload.
UEFA’s Authority Over Club and Country Suspensions
UEFA’s disciplinary panel has the authority to impose suspensions that could affect both Rodri’s appearances for Spain and Manchester City. However, Borson anticipates that any ban handed down to Rodri would not heavily impact Manchester City’s campaign, as it is more likely to be enforced during Spain’s international games.
Man City Prepares for Possible Squad Changes
In related news, Manchester City is reportedly ready to part ways with a first-team star amid new concerns, signaling potential changes to the squad as the team prepares for the upcoming season.
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