Rodri has arrived in Barcelona and everything indicates that the Spanish midfielder is one step away from being officially unveiled by the Catalan club. The move is shaping up to be Barcelona’s marquee signing of the summer transfer window, while the agreement with Manchester City appears to have entered its final procedural stage.
Preliminary agreement and the figures of the deal
Barcelona and Manchester City have reached a preliminary agreement for Rodri’s move to the Catalan side.
According to the version made public, Barcelona will pay a fixed €60 million, while a further €11 million has been предусмотрено in the form of bonuses linked to titles that may be won. In total, the operation could reach €71 million.
Arrival at El Prat and first words
The Madrid-born midfielder arrived at the private flights terminal at El Prat airport, where he was met by numerous journalists.
In his first statement after arriving, Rodri appeared enthusiastic about the new step in his career. “I’m happy I arrived. They have been a few intense days, but I’m very happy to be here. Playing for Barcelona is a dream. Let’s go for the Champions League and for everything that comes our way,” he said.
What is expected in the coming hours
After arriving, the player headed to the hotel where he will stay temporarily until the next steps after the transfer are arranged.
On Tuesday morning, he is expected to undergo medical and physical tests before signing the contract.
Presentation depends on final procedures
The official announcement still remains conditional on the completion of bureaucratic procedures and the exchange of documentation between the two clubs.
If these steps are completed without delay, Barcelona plans to officially present Rodri on Tuesday at around 13:00.
Rodri is considered Barcelona’s biggest signing in this transfer window, following other moves the club has made earlier in the summer.
Meanwhile, the Catalan directors are also working on the arrival of a new striker, indicating that Barcelona’s transfer business is not over yet.