Manchester City's bid to win a fifth title in a row has been thrown into doubt following Rodri's season-ending injury.
The Spaniard has been pivotal to the club's dominance in recent seasons, with many believing that his absence, along with the court proceedings over their 115 charges hanging over their season, could see them miss out on retaining their title.
Former captain Richard Dunne has taken those concerns a step further by suggesting that this could be the season Man City end up winning nothing at all.
“There is a chance that City could end the season trophyless if they try to push on every front,” he told BetVictor.
"It’s really difficult to win any competition and it’s actually abnormal the manner in which City constantly win trophies. I don’t think it would be abnormal if they went through the season without winning one.
"I think it’s just incredible that they’ve managed to win a trophy every year for so long, rather than it being a disaster if they go a season without one.
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“With the experienced nature of the squad and the way the competition is set up, they may not have to push at full strength in the Champions League for the entire season.
"They also know how the Premier League works, in terms of when they really have to go for it and be at their best. They’ll still compete on every front but it’ll be a very tough season.”
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