The former Manchester City playmaker, who was named Spain's World Cup player of the tournament, signs with Camp Nou until June 2030.
Barcelona has completed a £65.4m transfer for Rodri from Manchester City, a move that strengthens the Catalan giants' midfield after their run to the Champions League final this season. This signing comes as Barcelona looks to bolster their squad following several key departures this summer.
Rodri, who helped Manchester City win the Premier League four times and score the decisive goal in the 2023 Champions League final against Inter Milan, joined the Etihad Stadium from Atletico Madrid for £62.6m in July 2019. Now, after spending seven seasons at City, he is moving to Barcelona.
Rodri's Significance
Named Spain’s World Cup player of the tournament this summer, Rodri is considered one of the best midfielders in the world in his position. He stands out for his tactical intelligence and precision on the ball, among other qualities.