Revealed what influenced Rodri's decision to choose Barcelona's side.

2026-08-08 11:10 © CHINE NOUVELLE/SIPA

It became clear who might have influenced Rodri's decision to choose the "Barcelona" side.

As reported by the newspaper "COPE", his former coach Pep Guardiola suggested that the defender move to "Barca".

He also had conversations with Rodri and advised him not to transfer to the Madrid "Real" team.

"Barcelona" has almost reached an agreement with "Manchester City" regarding Rodri's transfer.

30-year-old Rodri has been playing for "Man City" since 2019 and has scored 28 goals in 298 matches.

In the last season, he scored twice in 33 matches.

Pep Guardiola coached the "Barcelona" club from 2008 to 2012 and won many titles.