Enzo Maresca: Rodri to undergo back surgery on Monday
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Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca confirmed Rodri will have back surgery on Monday, followed by rest and recovery before returning to the team. Maresca praised Rodri as a top player.
Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca has confirmed that midfielder Rodri will undergo surgery on a back problem on Monday. Speaking to the media, Maresca outlined the plan for the player's recovery.
“Rodri will have surgery on a back problem on Monday. He needs holiday, he needs to rest, recovery, and then he will be back here with us,” Maresca said.
The manager also praised Rodri's abilities, stating: “Every manager wants to have Rodri, because he's a top player.”
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