Barcelona Confirms Rodri’s Injury as He Misses Clash Against Atlético Madrid

Barcelona will be without one of its key players ahead of a crucial LaLiga clash. Medical tests have confirmed bad news for Hansi Flick and his midfielder.

Rodri Ruled Out After Aston Villa Clash

Barcelona received worrying news following their 3-0 victory over Aston Villa in the Champions League. Rodri finished the match with physical discomfort, raising concerns just before a difficult trip to face Atletico Madrid.

The midfielder had to leave the pitch at halftime and was scheduled to undergo further medical tests. Now, the Catalan side has received the diagnosis and will have to face an important LaLiga fixture without one of its key players.

Barcelona Confirms Rodri’s Injury and Rules Him Out Against Atletico

Barcelona confirmed that Rodri has suffered a minor injury to the hamstring in his right leg, ruling him out of Sunday's match against Atletico Madrid, scheduled for November 8. According to the club's medical report, his recovery time will depend on his progress, although initial estimates suggest he could be sidelined for around a month.

The setback comes at a difficult time for Hansi Flick, who had featured Rodri in 11 of the team's 14 official matches this season. The midfielder has accumulated 945 minutes of playing time and become a regular presence in the squad, forcing the German coach to find alternatives to maintain balance in midfield.

Flick Looks for Solutions Ahead of Metropolitano Clash

With Rodri ruled out, Marc Bernal emerges as one of the leading candidates to replace him. The young midfielder came on against Aston Villa and made a positive impression, while Frenkie de Jong is another option as he continues working his way back to full match fitness following his own injury problems.

The clash against Atletico represents an important test for Barcelona, who will be looking to maintain their strong form in LaLiga. Rodri's absence could prove particularly significant against a team that will look to compete for control of midfield and capitalize on any weaknesses in the Catalan side.

Which Matches Could Rodri Miss for Barcelona and Spain?

The game against Atletico Madrid could be just the beginning of a challenging spell on the sidelines for the midfielder. Should the estimated recovery timeline hold, he could also miss upcoming fixtures against Villarreal, Deportivo de La Coruña, and Celta de Vigo, as well as Champions League matches against Sabah and Manchester City.

He is also expected to miss the upcoming Spain national team camp, with the team scheduled to face Czechia and England during the November international break. For now, Barcelona will monitor Rodri's recovery before setting a date for his return.