Rodri Completes Blockbuster €70 Million Move to Barcelona from Manchester City
The Spanish midfielder's transfer marks a major post-World Cup shake-up, with clubs now fully engaged in the summer window.
The story
Spanish international midfielder Rodri has officially completed his highly anticipated move to Barcelona from Manchester City in a deal reportedly worth up to €70 million. The agreement, confirmed on August 16, consists of an initial €60 million guaranteed fee with an additional €10 million in performance-related add-ons.
Rodri, 30, is set to sign a four-year contract with the Catalan club, keeping him at Camp Nou until June 2030. The transfer follows weeks of negotiations and was made possible after Barcelona agreed to sell Ferran Torres to Paris Saint-Germain for €50 million.
Rodri, who was a key player for Spain in their recent World Cup victory and won the Golden Ball as the tournament's best player, had reportedly expressed his desire to return to Spain. His departure is a significant one for Manchester City, who are now looking to replenish their midfield.
Where it stands
The FIFA World Cup 2026 concluded on July 19, 2026, with Spain defeating Argentina 1-0 in extra time in the final at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey. All group standings were finalized and the knockout stages completed by that date.
Off the pitch
| Player | From | To | Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rodri | Manchester City | Barcelona | €70 million |
| Ferran Torres | Barcelona | Paris Saint-Germain | €50 million |
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