Manchester City and Spain midfielder Rodri will undergo back surgery before the club's new season, according to the team's new coach, Enzo Maresca.
Maresca confirmed the procedure, which will require Rodri to rest before returning to the squad. Rodri, a World Cup winner with Spain, is expected to be sidelined.
Maresca also dismissed recent transfer speculation linking Rodri away from the Etihad, though he did not provide further details on the nature of the rumors.