Rodri, who has been linked with Real Madrid, has undergone a back operationManchester City have confirmed World Cup-winning midfielder Rodri has undergone successful back surgery. It is not yet clear how long the Spain international will be sidelined but the club say he will now “begin a short period of rehabilitation”. Manchester City can confirm Rodri has undergone successful minor back surgery. A club statement read: “Manchester City can confirm Rodri has undergone successful minor back 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.”