Rodri, Spain's World Cup-winning captain, is set to return to his homeland after Manchester City accepted a significant bid from Barcelona. The transfer, reportedly worth £65.4 million, sees the 2024 Ballon d’Or winner agree a four-year deal with the Spanish champions. He is expected to complete the move to the Nou Camp next week.

Rodri enjoyed a highly successful seven-season tenure at Manchester City, making 298 appearances and securing 12 major honours, including four Premier League titles and the Champions League. His departure comes despite having one year left on his contract, with City having sought an extension. The midfielder recently missed City’s Community Shield match against Arsenal due to minor back surgery.