Ballon d'Or winner Rodri officially joined FC Barcelona on August 19, 2026, in a high-profile transfer deal valued at $88.56 million from Manchester City.
The move follows intense speculation, with manager Jose Mourinho revealing that the player's personal doubts regarding his future at City were a deciding factor in choosing Barcelona over Real Madrid.
Rodri is expected to integrate into Hansi Flick’s tactical setup immediately, with his debut anticipated in the upcoming league fixture against local rivals.