Rodri undergoes back surgery

Spain midfielder Rodri has undergone minor back surgery, his Premier ​League club Manchester City said on ‌Tuesday.

The 2024 Ballon d'Or winner, who was named the player of the tournament as ​he captained Spain to World ​Cup glory this month, had been ⁠experiencing discomfort in his back ​before finally opting for surgery.

"The midfielder had ​been feeling discomfort for some time but has now undergone a procedure to address ​the issue and will now ​begin a short period of rehabilitation," City said ‌in ⁠a statement.

City did not give a timeline for his return but British media reported he may miss the ​start ​of the ⁠league season which kicks off on 21 August.

The 30-year-old ​Rodri, who has suffered serious ​knee ⁠injuries during his career, has one year left on his City contract ⁠and ​has been linked with ​a move to Real Madrid.