Barcelona midfielder changes jersey number for incoming Rodri
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 17, 2026, 5:45 PM
Last updated Aug 17, 2026
Ahead of Rodri's arrival at Barcelona, a current midfielder has adjusted his jersey number to accommodate the new signing. Negotiations between Barcelona and Manchester City have concluded, with Rodri set to undergo a medical in the coming days. As part of the transition, Fermín López will change to number 7, allowing Rodri to wear his preferred number 16. This move aligns with efforts to facilitate Rodri's integration into the squad.
- •Rodri's transfer to Barcelona is finalized after negotiations with Manchester City.
- •Fermín López will switch to number 7 to give Rodri number 16.
- •Rodri is expected to arrive in Barcelona for a medical soon.
- •This transfer is part of Barcelona's efforts to strengthen their squad.
- 5:45 PMYahoo Sports — Barcelona star hands his jersey number to incoming Rodri
"A member of the midfield ranks at La Liga champions Barcelona has surrendered his current Blaugrana squad number, to accommodate the incoming Rodri.This of course comes ahead of the latter’s imminen...
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