Key Takeaways:
- Barcelona confirmed that Rodri will miss the La Liga tie against Atletico Madrid following a right biceps femoris injury
- Reports indicate the injury is a muscle tear expected to keep Rodri out for up to four weeks, affecting both club and international duties
- Rodri has featured in 14 official matches for Barcelona this season, playing 945 minutes and starting in 11 encounters
Further Details Emerge on Rodri’s Injury
Barcelona have suffered a significant setback as details have surfaced concerning midfielder Rodrigo Hernandez’s current injury. Following muscle discomfort in the match against Aston Villa, tests revealed an injury to the biceps femoris muscle in Rodri’s right leg. According to an official club medical statement, the injury is described as minor, but it confirms Rodri is unavailable for Sunday’s La Liga clash with Atletico Madrid.
However, Spanish daily “Sport” has provided additional insight, reporting that the diagnosis is in fact a muscle tear which could sideline the player for as long as four weeks. This prognosis significantly increases the impact of Rodri’s absence beyond what was initially communicated by the club.
Rodrigo Hernández has undergone medical tests following the muscle discomfort he experienced during yesterday’s match against Aston Villa.
The tests have confirmed a minor injury to his right hamstring.
He will miss next Sunday’s match against Atlético Madrid. His exact recovery time will depend on how the injury develops.
— FC Barcelona (@FCBarcelona) November 4, 2026
Projected Absence and Key Upcoming Fixtures
With the severity of the injury revealed, Rodri is now expected to miss a number of important games. He will be absent for Barcelona’s meeting with Villarreal on 22 November and will not be available for the squad’s trip to Baku to play Sabah in the UEFA Champions League. The midfielder is also set to miss the league fixture against Deportivo.
Internationally, the injury threatens Rodri’s participation with Spain during the November break as he was due to join up for two matches. Should his recovery take longer than predicted, he may also be unavailable for subsequent games, including the La Liga clash with Celta Vigo and the Champions League fixture against Manchester City. The exact duration of his absence will be determined by his response to treatment.
Impact on Barcelona’s Midfield Structure
The timing of Rodri’s injury is particularly problematic for manager Hansi Flick, given Rodri’s status as a key member of the squad. Rodri has participated in 14 official fixtures this season, clocking up 945 minutes and starting 11 times. Notably, he has featured in the starting lineup for six of Barcelona’s last seven matches, underlining his growing influence within the team.
With Rodri unavailable, Flick must reassess his midfield choices. Marc Bernal, who came on for Rodri in the second half of the Aston Villa encounter and made a strong impression, as well as Frenkie de Jong, are likely candidates to fill the void as Barcelona navigate this challenging spell.
