Manchester City midfielder Rodri will be out till the end of the season due to an anterior cruciate ligament tear he suffered against Arsenal on Sunday.
It was determined that Rodri hurt his right knee after testing on Monday morning.
The Spaniard only got 21 minutes of playing time in his season debut in the 2-2 tie because of two heavy tackles by Kai Havertz and Thomas Partey.
There have been rumors on ESPN that the Ballon d'Or candidate will have his operation in Barcelona.
This is the most extended injury Rodri has ever missed in his club and national career; he has missed only eight matches.
The Gunners and Blues played to a draw, meaning the Premier League winners lost points for the first time this season. Despite this, they are still in first place with thirteen points.
Also undefeated this season, the North Londoners are in fourth place with eleven points.
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