Barça brace for month‑long midfield loss as Rodri Hernández sidelined

In Barcelona's training complex, FC Barcelona confirmed that Madrid-born midfielder Rodri Hernández will miss about a month after sustaining an injury.

The holding midfielder's absence is a major tactical blow to the team's plans.

He will miss four key LaLiga fixtures, including Barça's clash with Atlético de Madrid this weekend, and a decisive Champions League group‑stage match.

The injury forces Hansi Flick to reshape his midfield during a demanding stretch of the schedule.

Rodri will also miss Spain's next international window.

Consequently, Luis de la Fuente will be without the Golden Ball winner from the last World Cup for the two UEFA Nations League games against Czechia in Prague and England in Madrid.

The club has mapped his recovery with a target of returning in a month, hoping he can be fit to face his former club Manchester City in the Champions League.