Barcelona captain unsettled by club's interest in Rodri

Barcelona captain Frenkie de Jong expressed surprise at the club's pursuit of Manchester City star Rodri, particularly given his current injury status. Initially, Rodri was thought to be headed to Real Madrid before shifting his focus to Barcelona. De Jong is concerned about losing his starting role with Rodri's potential arrival, which follows a decline in his relationship with national team coach Hansi Flick. The captain's previous choices in prioritizing national duties reportedly led to his injury, further complicating his position. Barcelona's interest signals a significant shift in team dynamics regarding its midfield setup.

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