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Former Liverpool midfielder Danny Murphy has identified Manchester City’s Rodri as a superior midfielder compared to Arsenal’s Declan Rice, Chelsea’s Moises Caicedo, and Liverpool’s Ryan Gravenberch when he is in peak condition.
This statement was made during a discussion regarding who holds the title of the best central midfielder in the Premier League.
While on talkSPORT, the retired footballer praised Rodri, who was awarded the 2024 Ballon d’Or, as exceptional.
Murphy remarked, “Caicedo has been remarkable.
“In my opinion, Gravenberch, Rice, and Caicedo are the first three that come to mind. Each of them possesses unique attributes.
“Many people claim that Caicedo lacks creativity and is not a playmaker—he won’t receive the ball and break through a defense.
“Gravenberch is capable of that to a greater extent; Declan can do it a bit as well. They all have remarkable qualities; they are all tenacious and strong.
“While Caicedo is currently performing at his best as a holding midfielder, I would still rank Gravenberch above him.
“Rodri is superior to all of them. He is several levels above. For the last two or three seasons, Rodri's performance has been nothing short of outstanding, absolutely outstanding.”
Frequently Asked Questions
Why does Danny Murphy consider Rodri a better midfielder?
Danny Murphy believes Rodri has consistently performed at a magnificent level over the past few seasons, making him superior to other midfielders like Declan Rice, Moises Caicedo, and Ryan Gravenberch.
What attributes do the midfielders mentioned by Murphy possess?
Murphy notes that Gravenberch, Rice, and Caicedo each have different strengths. While Caicedo is not seen as a creative passer, Gravenberch and Rice can contribute more to breaking down defenses.
