The 28 -year -old missed most of the 2024/25 national season after an injury to the previous cross ligament (LCA) in September, but his rehabilitation is positive.
Pep Guardiola opted for caution concerning his return to the City team, progressing slowly to avoid any problem.
Rodri made a brief return in the last Premier League games of City this season, but he was not selected in the Spanish team of Luis de la Fuente for the next UEFA Nations League games.
However, its state of form does not arouse any long -term concern, and information from the Daily Mirror indicates that City is preparing a substantial renewal offer.
Rodri contract in Manchester City, salary and extension project
The current Rodri contract in Manchester runs until June 2027, and City wishes to extend it until the end of the 2028/29 season, following rumors of Real Madrid's interest.
With the departure of Kevin de Bruyne as a free agent this summer, City is ready to use his salary to improve Rodri conditions, from £ 200,000 to 300,000 per week.
This would place him in the second row of the best paid players in City, behind the star striker Erling Haaland.
The discussions will continue before the departure of the Guardiola team for the United States, and a decision could be postponed until their return for pre-season.
The Manchester City project for the Club World Cup with Rodri
Guardiola was relieved by the Fuente's decision not to bring Rodri back to the Spanish selection, which would allow him to focus on the Club World Cup.
The experienced midfielder will travel with the City team and medical staff, impressed, gave the green light to Guardiola to start him in the tournament.
His ability to hold 90 minutes remains uncertain at this stage, but it is certain that he will participate in the City's opening match, against Wydad Casablanca, June 18.
