In the spotlight of Spanish celebrity news is the family of Manuel Díaz ‘El Cordobés’. After a recent surgery performed on the famous bullfighter’s eldest son, 21-year-old Manu, discussion has not ceased in the press or among fans. The reason for the surgery long remained a mystery, but now, for the first time, the father has openly revealed what happened and how the family endured this difficult period.
Family tension after the holiday
It all began with a short but eventful holiday in the Alps, where Manuel Díaz, Virginia Troconis, and their children went for Easter. It seemed like a family idyll, but upon returning to Madrid, the situation suddenly changed: Manu sustained an injury that required immediate surgery. As Divinity notes, it was at this time that Virginia Troconis first hinted at troubling events on social media, withholding details but sharing the tension and anxiety she felt.
Fans noticed that after returning from France, Virginia stayed in Madrid longer than usual to be with her son. Only a few days later did it become known that Manu had undergone surgery on his hand. The mother explained that the decision was made thoughtfully, and the family tried to support Manu through this difficult moment.
The father’s first comments
Until recently, ‘El Cordobés’ himself preferred not to comment on the details of his son’s condition. However, at the ‘Chef of the Year 2026’ gala dinner in Madrid, which he attended with his wife, the bullfighter spoke for the first time about what happened. According to him, Manu broke a finger but is now on the mend. This brief but important comment has sparked a new wave of discussion in the Spanish media.
The family tried not to publicize the details, but the tension was palpable even against the backdrop of the traditional spring festivities. While many celebrities were celebrating the Feria de Abril in Seville, Díaz and Troconis had very different concerns. Nevertheless, after their son’s condition stabilized, the couple did attend the event, although not with the whole family.
Festival Days and Family Dynamics
The appearance of Manuel Díaz and Virginia Troconis at the Feria de Abril did not go unnoticed. Together with their daughter Triana, they were seen at traditional events, but without Manu. As the bullfighter himself admitted, this year the family celebrated separately: the older daughter preferred to stay at home, and Virginia and Triana did not take part in public festivities. According to Díaz, now that the children are older, each chooses their own way to relax, and family traditions are gradually changing.
Interestingly, this season there is increased attention to bullfighters: recently, support for Tana Rivera was discussed after Roca Rey’s injury in the Seville arena— this gesture also became a topic in high society columns. Against this background, the Díaz family story served as another reminder of how personal challenges can intertwine with public life.
Family Changes and Public Attention
According to Divinity, after the operation, Manu is recovering, and the family is gradually returning to their usual routine. The bullfighter himself emphasizes that the main thing for him is the children’s health and peace at home. Although the details of the injury remained undisclosed for a long time, it was Manuel Díaz’s openness and honesty in his comments that made this story one of the most discussed in the Spanish media in recent weeks.
