Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has said his team are in trouble ahead of a brutal run of games between now and the end of the season.
Manchester City are expected to be without several key players when they face Luton Town on Saturday.
The champions are aiming to secure an unprecedented double-treble, but Pep Guardiola acknowledged that the packed fixture list is wearing them down.
Rodri, who has been vital all season, as well as the exceptional Phil Foden, may not be fit to start at the Etihad against Rob Edwards' team, who are striving to secure their place in the Premier League.
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After the thrilling 3-3 draw against Real Madrid at the Bernabeu on Tuesday in the UEFA Champions League, Rodri claimed that he needed a rest. and Guardiola agreed with his midfielder.
“Take a look at our games and you realise. It is simple. Rodri is so important for the quality he gives us.
"I need to rest the centre-halves too, but John Stones and Kyle Walker got injured in friendlies [for England] so they cannot rest. We are in big, big trouble."
Man City host Luton Town at the Etihad Stadium on Saturday lunch-time as they seek to maintain their title charge.
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