Rodri Joins Barcelona in Major £65 Million Transfer from Manchester City
By Editor • August 18, 2026 • 1 min read
Barcelona has officially secured the signing of Rodri from Manchester City for a reported fee of £65 million. The 30-year-old midfielder has inked a four-year deal, marking his return to Spanish football after leaving Atletico Madrid in 2019.
During his seven-year tenure at City, Rodri made 298 appearances, contributing to the club's impressive haul of 12 major trophies, including four Premier League titles and the Champions League in 2023. Despite battling injuries in his final two seasons, he showcased his elite form during the recent World Cup, where he was named player of the tournament as Spain clinched the title.
In an emotional goodbye to City fans, Rodri expressed immense pride in his achievements at the club and reflected on how his time in Manchester shaped both his career and personal life. He stated, "What we have done together in these years is something both very special and unforgettable." Rodri described joining Barcelona as a "dream," fulfilling a long-held aspiration.
His transfer comes amid a significant summer reshuffle at City, which has seen other key players like John Stones and Bernardo Silva depart, while the club continues to pursue new signings.
Source: www.bbc.co.uk
