Barcelona star Pedri has rubbished claims that he cannot thrive alongside new signing Rodri after the pair orchestrated a dominant 5-0 victory over Valencia. The Spanish duo provided the platform for a fourth consecutive La Liga win, leaving the Blaugrana three points clear at the top of the table.
Former Barcelona striker Robert Lewandowski has given his full backing to the club's acquisition of Rodri, believing the Spanish midfielder will bring essential experience and leadership to Hansi Flick's squad. The Polish veteran, who recently swapped Europe for Major League Soccer with the Chicago Fire, also reflected on his memorable four-year spell in Catalonia.
La Liga president Javier Tebas has thrown his full support behind Barcelona midfielder Rodri to secure the 2026 Ballon d’Or. The league chief believes the Spaniard’s heroic efforts during the recent World Cup have made him the clear frontrunner for football's most prestigious individual accolade.
For some football fans, the summer is the part of the calendar that they look forward to the most - and that's not just because it's filled by a World Cup every four years! Rather, it's because the end of the season means only one thing: It's time for transfers! The 2026 window once again proved to be exceptionally busy, with some huge names making big-money moves all the way up to Deadline Day on September 1.
Spain manager Luis de la Fuente has lavished praise on Rodri following the midfielder's high-profile switch from Manchester City to Barcelona this year. The national team boss proudly compared his midfield talisman to Lionel Messi, while also taking the opportunity to pay a glowing tribute to the legendary Argentine after his recent retirement from international football.
