“He is in a league of his own!”: Flick reveals Rodri’s true strength after his move to Barcelona

Ballon d’Or winner Rodri’s “Manchester City” move to Catalonia stunned the entire football world. Barcelona head coach Hans-Dieter Flick personally commented on the blockbuster transfer, enthusiastically explaining what the Spanish midfielder will bring to the team. Which of Rodri’s qualities did the German coach value most highly?

“We were 100 percent convinced”: Flick’s stunning admission

Flick stressed that signing Rodri was a unique opportunity for the Catalan giants and that the club’s management had not had the slightest doubt about the deal:

"Bringing him to the team was a huge opportunity for us. That is why we were 100 percent convinced about the transfer, because he is a fantastic footballer. In my opinion, he is the best defensive midfielder in the world right now. He completely controls the game, helps in defence and is flawless in aerial duels. Rodri raises the level of every teammate alongside him," said Hans-Dieter Flick.

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The foundation for a title-winning campaign in Catalonia

Rodri, named the world’s best footballer in 2024, is expected to become the central pillar of Flick’s tactics in midfield. His stability in the defensive midfield role, resistance to pressing and vision could make Barcelona a leading favourite not only in La Liga, but also in the Champions League as well.

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