Barcelona plans to rest Rodri before PSG clash, sources report
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 20, 2026, 1:30 PM
Last updated Oct 20, 2026
Barcelona is preparing to rest midfielder Rodri for their Champions League match against Paris Saint-Germain on October 20. Coach Hansi Flick is reportedly managing Rodri’s workload ahead of El Clasico against Real Madrid this weekend. Rodri, who has played 690 minutes across 10 matches this season, is not dealing with any injuries but is seen as a key player for upcoming fixtures. Alternatives for the midfield position, such as Gavi and Dani Olmo, may see increased roles if Rodri is sidelined against PSG.
- •Rodri expected to be rested for PSG match
- •Barcelona faces PSG on October 20
- •El Clasico against Real Madrid is upcoming
- •Flick managing midfielder's workload
- •Alternatives include Gavi and Dani Olmo
- 1:30 PMYahoo Sports — Just in: Barcelona midfield mainstay set to be rested against PSG – report
"Barcelona are reportedly preparing to rest Rodri for their Champions League meeting with Paris Saint-Germain, with Hansi Flick weighing the midfielder’s workload ahead of this weekend’s El Clasico...
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