Rodri has officially joined Barcelona from Manchester City in a transfer deal valued at €76.5 million ($88.5 million). The Spanish World Cup-winning captain expressed his excitement about the move, stating that it is a dream to play for the Catalan club.

Transfer Details

Rodri arrived in Barcelona on August 17, 2026, to finalize his transfer, with a medical examination scheduled for the following day. The agreement between Barcelona and Manchester City was confirmed by a source familiar with the transaction, who spoke on the condition of anonymity as the specifics of the deal were not publicly disclosed.

Rodri's Comments

Upon his arrival, Rodri shared his enthusiasm, saying, “Very happy to arrive. There have been some very intense days, but I'm happy that everything has been resolved. For me it's a dream to play for Barcelona. I'm excited about being with my teammates, many of them I already know. Now it's time to get to work and give my best.”

The 30-year-old midfielder recently played a pivotal role in helping Spain secure its second World Cup title and will reunite with several international teammates at Barcelona, including Lamine Yamal, Dani Olmo, Pau Cubarsí, Gavi, and Pedri. His contract with Barcelona is expected to run until 2030.

Rodri's departure from Manchester City leaves a significant gap in their midfield, especially following Bernardo Silva's recent transfer to Real Madrid. The player had previously joined City from Atletico Madrid in 2019 and was instrumental in their Champions League victory in 2023, scoring the winning goal in the final. He also won the Golden Ball as the World Cup's best player following Spain's European Championship triumph.

As Barcelona aims for a third consecutive La Liga title under Hansi Flick, the club has already strengthened its squad with the addition of England forward Anthony Gordon and is set to welcome defender João Cancelo in the coming days.