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Real Madrid coach Jose Mourinho says he is satisfied with his squad despite failing to sign Rodri, who moved to Barcelona. He confirmed Aurelien Tchouameni is not yet match fit and praised Federico Valverde as a central midfielder.
Barcelona kick off their La Liga title defense at Elche on Sunday, but new signing Rodri is not eligible. With Robert Lewandowski and Ferran Torres gone, coach Hansi Flick faces a striker dilemma, while young star Lamine Yamal carries the team's hopes.
Jose Mourinho insisted Real Madrid will be fine without Rodri, despite the club making a 'very good offer' for the Spain captain before he joined Barcelona. The coach downplayed the midfielder's importance, saying victories are won on the pitch with trophies.
Barcelona have completed the signing of Spain captain Rodri from Manchester City for €76.5 million. The 2026 World Cup winner has signed a contract until 2030 and will reunite with several Spanish national teammates at Camp Nou.
Manchester City have agreed to sell midfielder Rodri to Barcelona for £65.4 million, with the 30-year-old Ballon d'Or winner set to return to Spain on a four-year contract. The deal brings the Spanish midfielder back to his home country after seven years at the Etihad.
Man City manager Enzo Maresca declined to comment on Rodri's future amid Barcelona links, noting 'anything can happen' with the transfer window open. He confirmed Rodri has returned to training after back surgery and focused on winning the Community Shield against Arsenal.
