Manchester City staged a last-minute thriller to beat Bournemouth 2-1, but the victory masked a deeper midfield crisis. Without Rodri’s anchoring presence, City struggled to control games — even with their star striker getting chances. Rico Lewis and Elliot Anderson, both untested in this role, failed to replicate Rodri’s defensive shield and game control, especially after Anderson’s injury forced in Mateo Kovačić, ill-suited for the job. With the transfer window closing, City’s move for 18-year-old Ayyoub Bouaddi — seen as a Rodri successor — signals urgency. The win was a morale boost, but the midfield void remains a serious concern ahead of tougher fixtures.
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