Manchester City have been handed a major boost after Rodri returned to individual training following a lengthy spell on the sidelines.
The midfielder has been a long-term absentee after suffering an anterior cruciate ligament injury in the 2-2 draw with Arsenal in September.
It was anticipated that the Spain international - and reigning Ballon d'Or winner - would miss the remainder of the campaign.
However, City earlier this year indicated that Rodri could return to action before then.
The 28-year-old stepped up his recovery this week as he was put through his paces through running and football drills in a video montage posted by City on Friday.