It’s a transfer that just makes sense. Rodri is heading to Barcelona, with the back-to-back La Liga champions prising the World Cup Golden Ball winner away from Manchester City under Real Madrid’s nose.
Los Blancos have waited long enough to adequately replace Toni Kroos and Luka Modrić, but their first concerted effort will come up short. Rodri’s preference was Barça as soon as he became aware of their interest.