City signing Rodwell is a bad move for the player

It was news that broke on Sunday and, for some, a shock at that. When reports began to filter through to all media outlets that Manchester City had signed Jack Rodwell from Everton, many were scratching their heads as to why? Yes, Rodwell is a good midfielder with a promising future ahead of him and at 21-years-old, still has plenty of time to harness his potential that he has shown in previous years.

However, he won’t live up to the early expectations at the Etihad Stadium. At such a young age, the England international would’ve fared better continuing his development with the Toffees, rather than secure a big money switch to the Premier League champions. Granted, the Citizens are in desperate need of a box-to-box midfielder to cover Yaya Toure in case of injury, suspension and international duty.

Furthermore, his arrival will likely hasten the imminent departure of combative midfielder Nigel De Jong, with a majority of his 29 appearances coming from the bench last season. Inter Milan and Bayern Munich have shown an interest in the Dutchman and his exit is now inevitable. Nevertheless, Rodwell is likely to see his progress hindered following his move to City.

Regardless of the £12m spent by the Citizens to bring him in, Rodwell will be playing second fiddle in the City first-team. Toure is, comfortably, first choice in the starting XI, while Gareth Barry and James Milner offer the no nonsense, 7/10 performances alongside the powerful Ivorian. With that in mind, the 21-year-old could find himself fourth in the pecking order for a place in the City midfield.  

Comments

[Melon Man]

I imagine Rodwell probably consulted his England and City team mate Adam Johnson before he decided to go to the Etihad.
The conversation probably went something like this -
Jack - so Adam, what's it like playing for City, as opposed to staying at Middlesborough where you were playing before?
Adam - I'm glad you asked that question Jack, it's very pertinent to your career to consider other's testimonials, rather than just believe what you read in the press.
Since I joined, my personal profile has rocketed into international stardom, indeed I am now a regular England international, making the step up from the under 21's. I am playing with some of the best footballers on the planet, which has made me a better player, also my manager continually pushes me to improve, which coincidentally has made me a target of several top clubs.
I played in 37 games last season, which keeps me nice and fit, and fresh enough to avoid serious injuries - if I was at a club with less competition, they'd probably risk my health by pushing me to play when not 100% fit, thereby ruining my reputation and shortening my playing career at the very top - I guess you've suffered from that Jack haven't you in your short career?
So far I've won the FA cup and the Premier League with City, and we're aiming to win the Champions League in the next couple of years - would you like to see my winners medals so you can build a cabinet in your front room to house your own?
Jump in the Bentley, it'll be quicker than walking up my drive which takes me at least half an hour's brisk striding.

OR

he might have replied -

"Are you bonkers? Of course you should join you plank".

[Golden Porker]

This article is not attributed to anyone. Which as it is so third rate is no surprise.

City have been watching Rodwell for 2.5 years. Obviously longer than you.

Still only a moth to go and you will be back at school.

2/10 for spelling