Rodri returns to the field after an 8-month absence

The 37th round of the English Premier League witnessed a strong return for Spanish star Rodri, Manchester City's midfielder, after an eight-month absence due to a cruciate ligament injury. Rodri's return came in the 82nd minute of his team's match against Bournemouth at the Etihad Stadium, where he replaced Erling Haaland, marking a special moment of the season . Manchester City achieved an important 3-1 victory over Bournemouth, as Bournemouth opened the scoring through Marmoush in the 14th minute with a wonderful goal, before City responded with two goals from Bernardo Silva (38) and Nico Gonzalez (89). Daniel Gibbons scored a goal to reduce the deficit for Bournemouth in the 96th minute. In a related context, reports revealed that Manchester City intends to renew Rodri's contract during the summer transfer window, after confirming De Bruyne's departure, reflecting the club's desire to maintain stability and strength in midfield . Manchester City currently occupies third place in the league table with 68 points, while Bournemouth is in eleventh place with 53 points.