Manchester City remain in the hunt for a new midfielder in January.
The season-ending knee injury of Rodri will see City seek to bring in a replacement during the winter market, says L'Equipe.
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City management have two names under consideration and are watching the pair closely this season.
Real Sociedad midfielder Martin Zubimendi, who rejected a move to Liverpool last summer, is being discussed inside City management.
Torino youngster Samuele Ricci is also being tracked as City plan to strengthen Pep Guardiola's midfield options in January.