Rodri's transfer from Manchester City to Barcelona has been confirmed, with the Catalan club paying tens of millions of euros for the World Cup winner. The 30-year-old will compete with Frenkie de Jong on the midfield, who is currently out with an injury. Rodri's arrival at Barcelona is a significant coup for the club, with the midfielder being one of the most expensive signings in the club's history, reportedly costing 75 million euros.
Rodri has a wealth of experience, having won four English league titles, three League Cups, two FA Cups, one Champions League, one Club World Cup, and two UEFA Super Cups with Manchester City. He was also named the Ballon d'Or winner in 2024 and was part of the Spanish national team that won the World Cup in 2023. Rodri will be looking to make an impact at Barcelona and compete with the likes of Pedri, Gavi, and Dani Olmo for a starting spot.
Rodri's transfer marks the end of a seven-year period with Manchester City, where he made the move from Atlético Madrid in the summer of 2019. During his time at the club, he developed into one of the best controlling midfielders in the world under Pep Guardiola.