Former Manchester City midfielder Nigel de Jong was impressed by Rodri in last night's defeat of Burnley.

Rodri struck from midfield for the 4-1 rout.

"He was just amazing, the way he read the game today," de Jong, who won one Premier League title and an FA Cup during his time in Manchester, said.

"He picked up players, second balls, he made two great tackles. Here he is reading the situation and for me to see that, I played in the same position, so I love seeing performances like this, it's just about reading the game, having a sense of where the ball is coming.

"This is one of the best performances I've seen from him. I think so (it's a turning point) because after the questions City have had this week after their performance this weekend, it's a great game for him, personally as well.

"It also shows the rest of the team 'hey, you can count on me, I'm here for the defence and I will help you guys out'. It's a great performance overall but especially for Rodri, I love to see it."