Barcelona sign Rodri from Man City in £65m deal

Barcelona has signed Manchester City midfielder Rodri in a £65 million deal, bringing the 2024 Ballon d'Or winner back to Spanish football after his seven-year stint at City. Rodri expressed his excitement about the new challenge, stating he is eager to feel that sense of excitement again. The 30-year-old midfielder will sign a four-year contract with Barcelona, returning to the club for the first time since leaving Atletico Madrid in 2019.

Rodri praised the Catalan club, calling it "hugely ambitious" and a perfect fit for his personality. His arrival will bolster Barcelona's midfield, offering positional discipline, excellent passing range, and the ability to dictate the tempo of games. With four competitions to compete in, Barcelona sees Rodri as a valuable asset for stability and experience, potentially preventing their main rival, Real Madrid, from signing him.