Man City Teams Up with DUREX as Fans Can't Resist Making the Same Rodri Joke!

MANCHESTER CITY have confirmed condom brand Durex as a new partner – and fans still think they need more protection. A surprise announcement was released online...

By Eze Chidiebere Paul August 21, 2026 · 14:54 2 minutes read

MANCHESTER CITY have confirmed condom brand Durex as a new partner – and fans still think they need more protection.

A surprise announcement was released online for the safe sex store to be City’s Official Health and Wellness Partner in China.

Manchester City have announced a surprise deal with condom brand Durex Credit: X FC Barcelona v Al Ahly SC - Joan Gamper Trophy, Spain - 19 Aug 2026

Fans have been quick to make the same joke about a lack of protection Credit: Shutterstock Editorial

And supporters are convinced that it will take more than rubbers to cover for the loss of – who was .

City, who start their new Prem season at home to Bournemouth on Sunday, .

But fans are much less certain and took this hilarious partnership as the chance to joke about ‘s squad.

One wrote on social media: “With Rodri leaving I think their back four will need more protection than this.”

Another said: “We need some protection at the back”.

A third added: “City buying protection in advance after pep left”.

Someone else laughed: “Slogan…’you can’t win anything with kids’.”

A different user replied: “Protection since they’re gonna get railed this season”.

during the last week.

And many are unsure how new boss Maresca will go at his latest club.

On the sponsorship front, City Football Group’s CEO David Tang said: “We’re pleased to welcome durex as a new regional partner of .

“Durex is a leading brand with a long-standing commitment to promoting positive lifestyles.

“Together, we look forward to creating engaging campaigns that resonate with our fans in China while promoting health and wellness in meaningful ways.”