Rodri has explained that his decision to join Barcelona was influenced not only by the club's current squad, but also by the direction he believes the project is taking.
The Spain international officially completed his move from Manchester City by signing a contract with Barcelona until June 2030.
He has now spoken about what attracted him to Barça and why he believes the club is heading in an exciting direction.
“Barça is a team that I believe is experiencing fascinating and extremely important growth,” Rodri said.
For the new Barcelona midfielder, the attraction goes beyond what the team can offer today.
He believes the club's broader sporting vision and development played an important part in his decision.
“One of the reasons for my coming here isn't limited to the present; it extends to the vision and development of this project from many angles.”
Rodri Believes Barcelona Are Building Something Important
Rodri's comments give an insight into how he views his move to Barcelona.
Rather than simply joining a club with an established history, he sees an opportunity to become part of a project that he believes is still developing.
Barcelona have continued to build around a young core while competing for major honours, and Rodri's arrival adds experience and balance to Hansi Flick's midfield.
The midfielder also highlighted something that has long been associated with Barcelona: the quality of its midfielders.
“For me, the midfield that Barcelona has always been distinguished by is amazing,” Rodri said.
However, he was quick to praise the quality throughout the squad rather than focusing only on his new position.
“I think we have wonderful players in all lines.”
That assessment reflects the confidence Rodri appears to have in the group he has joined.
A Sporting Decision for Rodri
Rodri has repeatedly stressed that sporting considerations were central to his decision to leave Manchester City for Barcelona.
He previously revealed that he had other options but made Barça his first choice, while also explaining that Hansi Flick's style of football attracted him.
Now that the transfer is complete, his comments suggest he sees Barcelona as a club with the potential to keep progressing rather than simply as a destination based on its history.
The 30 year old arrives with an impressive résumé, having won the Ballon d'Or, the Champions League, multiple Premier League titles and the 2026 World Cup.
Barcelona have therefore added a player who brings both experience and high expectations.
Rodri's message is clear... he did not choose Barcelona solely for what the club is today.
He believes in where the project is heading.