Guardiola wants Rodri to stay but says unhappy stars can go
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola says unhappy players can leave the club, but he hopes midfielder Rodri will stay.
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"Always my wish is that Rodri could stay as long as possible in this club because he is an incredible, top player."
— Pep Guardiola , Executive
"For me, you can't turn down the best clubs in the world."
— Rodri , Athlete
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Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola says unhappy players can leave the club, but he hopes midfielder Rodri will stay.
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