Kalvin Phillips Loan Switch Leaves Manchester City Reeling After Rodri Injury Blow
Manchester City have been dealt a huge blow after Rodri was ruled out for the rest of the 2024/25 campaign with a torn ACL. To make matters worse, Pep Guardiola won’t be able to call upon Kalvin Phillips, who was loaned out to Ipswich Town in the summer.
The Athletic revealed the details of Phillips’ loan switch, which includes a clause that prevents City from recalling the midfielder at any point this season. Phillips, who was signed from Leeds United in June 2022, failed to break into Guardiola’s plans, making just 31 appearances for the club.
With Rodri sidelined, City will have to look elsewhere for options to solve their midfield crisis. Ilkay Gundogan, who rejoined from Barcelona earlier this year, will no doubt help, but they may also have to call upon Matheus Nunes and youngster James McAtee.
Phillips’ move to Ipswich Town was meant to be a fresh start for the midfielder, who had an underwhelming spell at West Ham United last year. He’s made just three appearances for the Tractor Boys so far, but hasn’t featured in their last two games.
"I’ve had some great conversations with players I know here and also with the manager, who I have obviously heard a lot about, and I’m excited to be here and be part of his team, playing how he likes to play the game," Phillips said back in August.
City’s midfield problems have been a topic of discussion all season, and this latest setback will only add to the frustration. The club will be hoping to get some players back from injury and possibly make some signings in the January transfer window to boost their options.
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