Manchester City could be without Rodri for the opening weeks of the new Premier League season after the midfielder was scheduled for minor back surgery, according to Sky Sports.
The Spain international, who was part of the World Cup-winning squad, faces a spell on the sidelines as he recovers from the procedure, with City yet to confirm a specific return date.
Rodri has been a cornerstone of Pep Guardiola's midfield in recent seasons, and any prolonged absence would be a significant blow as City look to build momentum from the outset of the campaign.
Sky Sports reports that the operation is considered minor, suggesting the club are hopeful of a swift recovery, though the exact timeline for his comeback remains unclear.
With City's title ambitions always under scrutiny, losing their influential anchor man even temporarily could force Guardiola into early rotations before his key man is back to full fitness.