Rodri to undergo back surgery next week ahead of new season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 24, 2026, 12:46 PM
Last updated Jul 24, 2026
Enzo Maresca has announced that Rodri will have back surgery on Monday to address discomfort he experienced before the World Cup. The midfielder opted to postpone the procedure to participate in the tournament with Spain. Following the surgery, Rodri will take time off before rejoining the squad. Manchester City has not provided a specific timeline for his recovery, but Maresca expressed confidence that Rodri will return. The club faces a challenging midfield situation as they prepare for the 2026/27 Premier League season opener against Bournemouth on August 23. Elliot Anderson is expected to fill in during Rodri's absence.
- •Rodri to have surgery on Monday for pre-World Cup back pain.
- •City has not specified return timeline for Rodri.
- •Maresca reassures Rodri will rejoin squad post-recovery.
- •Elliot Anderson may step up while Rodri is sidelined.
- •City starts the 2026/27 season against Bournemouth on August 23.
- 12:46 PMYahoo Sports — 🚑 Maresca sets date for Rodri surgery: rest, then return
"Enzo Maresca has confirmed that Rodri will undergo back surgery next Monday for the discomfort he had been dealing with since before the World Cup.The Italian coach explained that, after the operation...
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