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Rodri Sidelined: Barcelona Midfielder Injured for a Month
4 Nov
Summary
- Rodri suffered a biceps femoris injury in his right leg.
- He will miss key matches including Atletico Madrid and Champions League.
- The midfielder is expected to be out of action for approximately four weeks.
Barcelona faces a significant setback as key midfielder Rodri has been confirmed to be out for approximately one month. Tests revealed a minor injury to the biceps femoris muscle in his right leg, sustained during the recent match against Aston Villa. This diagnosis rules him out of Sunday's crucial La Liga fixture against Atletico Madrid, a match that precedes the international break.
Rodri's expected four-week absence will also impact Barcelona's upcoming schedule significantly. He is set to miss several other important games, including Champions League fixtures and league matches against Deportivo de A Coruna and Celta Vigo. The midfielder may also be racing against time to recover for a Champions League clash against his former club, Manchester City.
Since his summer arrival, Rodri has been an integral part of Barcelona's midfield, featuring in 14 games across all competitions. His unavailability presents a challenge for manager Hansi Flick, potentially opening opportunities for players like Marc Bernal, Frenkie de Jong, and Gavi to step into the starting lineup.
