James Rodriguez
34-Year-Old
Minnesota United
MLS
GTD
Injury Undisclosed
Est. Return 5/10/2026
Undergoes routine procedure
Rodriguez didn't travel with the team for Saturday's game against Columbus Crew due to a previously scheduled medical procedure, which is not related to an injury, Andy Greder of Pioneer Press reports.
ANALYSIS
Rodriguez appears to be heading back to the sidelines for at least one game, though there's uncertainty about his situation, with the playmaker taking part in training sessions during the week. This absence comes after he finally made his first start for Minnesota in the previous clash against LAFC, where he stood out with six shots, 11 crosses and five chances created. Until Rodriguez is ready to rejoin the team, Joaquin Pereyra and Tomas Chancalay should benefit with increased roles in terms of playing time and set pieces.
Rodriguez appears to be heading back to the sidelines for at least one game, though there's uncertainty about his situation, with the playmaker taking part in training sessions during the week. This absence comes after he finally made his first start for Minnesota in the previous clash against LAFC, where he stood out with six shots, 11 crosses and five chances created. Until Rodriguez is ready to rejoin the team, Joaquin Pereyra and Tomas Chancalay should benefit with increased roles in terms of playing time and set pieces.
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Brillant outing despite loss
Rodriguez generated six shots (two on goal), 11 crosses (three accurate) and eight corners in Saturday's 1-0 loss to Los Angeles Football Club.
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Returns in Open Cup win
Rodriguez (illness) played 66 minutes in Wednesday's US Open Cup win against Sacramento Republic, marking a significant step forward in his recovery from the severe dehydration that required hospitalization during the international break.
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Increased workload Tuesday
Rodriguez (illness) completed approximately 95 percent of Tuesday's training session after making further progress in his return to full health, Andy Greder of Pioneer Press reports.
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Returns to supervised training
Rodriguez (illness) left the hospital and reported with Minnesota on Monday, taking part in a supervised session away from the rest of the team, according to the club.
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Out against LA Galaxy
Rodriguez was hospitalized for 72 hours in Minnesota after suffering severe dehydration following Colombia's match against France, and is out for Saturday's clash against LA Galaxy, according to the Colombian Federation of Football.
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Could end Rayo tenure
Rodriguez is open to ending his tenure at Rayo Vallecano, according to UnionRayo.
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The Colombian playmaker hasn't seen steady minutes at Rayo Vallecano, and the playmaker could force his way out of the club in the January transfer window. He aims to get that done in order to sign with any other club as a free agent.
The Colombian playmaker hasn't seen steady minutes at Rayo Vallecano, and the playmaker could force his way out of the club in the January transfer window. He aims to get that done in order to sign with any other club as a free agent.