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City's Rodri Faces Surgery, Recovery Time Unknown
28 Jul
Summary
- Rodri will undergo back surgery and requires a short rehabilitation period.
- His return timeline is not yet determined by the club.
- Rodri was named player of the tournament for Spain's World Cup victory.
Manchester City midfielder Rodri will be unavailable for an unspecified "short period" as he undergoes back surgery. Manager Enzo Maresca announced that the player would have an operation scheduled for Monday and would need time to rest and recover before rejoining the squad.
No definitive timeline has been provided for Rodri's return to play. The club stated that Rodri had been experiencing discomfort for some time before undergoing the procedure to address the issue. He was notably named player of the tournament after leading Spain to World Cup victory earlier this month.
Rodri, who has one year remaining on his contract, has been a crucial player for City. His recent seasons have seen disruptions due to injuries, including a torn anterior cruciate ligament that impacted his 2024-25 campaign.
