Rodri arrives in Barcelona, aims for Champions League success
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 17, 2026, 6:30 PM
Last updated Aug 17, 2026
Rodri has arrived in Barcelona to finalize his transfer from Manchester City, expressing excitement about joining the club. After winning the FIFA World Cup 2026 with Spain, he stated his ambitions to compete for the Champions League title. Barcelona secured the midfielder for over 70 million euros, with Rodri expected to sign a four-year contract with the team. He hopes to leverage his experience to help Barcelona achieve European success.
- •Rodri touched down in Barcelona on August 17, 2026.
- •He won the Champions League in 2023 with Manchester City.
- •Barcelona aims to end their Champions League drought.
- •Rodri’s transfer fee exceeds 70 million euros.
- •He is expected to sign a four-year contract with the club.
- 6:30 PMYahoo Sports — ‘We’re going for the Champions League’ – Rodri ‘thrilled’ to join Barcelona
"The midfielder has arrived in the city to complete his transfer.
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