Rodri arrives at Barcelona to complete ‘dream’ move

Paris – Spain’s World Cup-winning midfielder Rodri arrived in Barcelona on Monday to officially complete his transfer from Manchester City and sign a contract with the La Liga champions. The 30-year-old Spanish player expressed his excitement about joining the prestigious club, saying, “I’m very pleased to be here. The last few days have been intense, but I’m glad everything’s sorted.

Of course, playing for Barcelona is a dream.” Rodri, who has won the Ballon d’Or twice, stated that his primary objectives at Barcelona are securing the Champions League title and excelling in whatever other challenges the team faces. The transfer fee for the 2024 World Cup winner was finalized at around €75 million ($87 million) following discussions between Manchester City and Barcelona.

After experiencing injury setbacks in the past two seasons with Manchester City, Rodri’s performance during Spain’s World Cup victory last month helped solidify his decision to join the Catalan giants. Despite exploring offers from other prominent Spanish clubs, including Real Madrid, Rodri ultimately chose Barcelona, a move that marks a significant milestone in his illustrious career.