Rodri has completed his move to Barcelona from Manchester City, ending a seven-year association with the English club. The 30-year-old midfielder, crowned the world's best player following his performances at the World Cup where Spain claimed victory, leaves City having made nearly 300 appearances and claimed numerous titles including four Premier League crowns and a Champions League trophy. His final seasons in England were interrupted by injury, though he demonstrated full recovery during the summer tournament.

Barcelona secured the midfielder's signature after negotiations with Manchester City proved successful. The Catalan outfit's persistence paid off when City accepted a deal worth around £65 million, following the rejection of an initial £38.5 million proposal. Real Madrid's interest in acquiring Rodri subsided during the process, leaving Barcelona as the sole competing suitor. The player has committed to a four-year contract and indicated his excitement at returning to Spanish football, having previously played for Atletico Madrid until 2019.