"He's a mini-Rodri"—Guardiola sees González transfer as an investment in the future

During the winter transfer window, Manchester City signed midfielder Nico González from Porto, a player whom Pep Guardiola believes can help fill the gaps when Rodri is unavailable.

Details: The City manager described González as a smaller version of the recent Ballon d'Or nominee, emphasizing that his signing represents a long-term investment for the club.

Quote: "Nico González is a mini-Rodri. His presence helps us a lot in 50-50 situations. Manchester City has made an incredible investment in the future. He’s a great addition, but in duels, he’s still not quite there—because Rodri is the best."

Reminder: Another of City's winter signings, Omar Marmoush, scored a hat-trick against Newcastle in just 15 minutes.