Rodri officially signs with Barcelona, set to be high earner
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 19, 2026, 3:20 PM
Last updated Aug 19, 2026

Barcelona confirmed the signing of Rodri from Manchester City on August 18. The player completed his medical examination and signed his contract, indicating readiness to start with the team. Rodri is now one of the highest-paid players at Barcelona, with a salary reportedly around €15 million net annually. His debut may occur in the ongoing match against Al Ahly, though that remains uncertain. Barcelona aims to maximize his contribution while managing the risks related to his previous fitness issues.
- •Rodri joined Barcelona from Manchester City on August 18.
- •His contract salary positions him just behind Lamine Yamal.
- •The club secured a significant financial investment in the player.
- •Rodri's debut could happen in the match against Al Ahly.
- •Managing his fitness will be essential for Barcelona this season.
- 3:20 PMYahoo Sports — Barcelona new signing set to be the team’s second highest earner behind Lamine Yamal – report
"Yesterday, Barcelona made the arrival of Rodri from Manchester City official, thereby completing one of the biggest transfers of the summer and also putting an end to the suspense around one of the wo...
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