Rodri: Barcelona's midfield is fantastic and Flick's style really appeals to me

Rodri shared his first impressions after moving to Barcelona. The Spanish midfielder officially became a player of the Catalan club on August 18, signing a contract until June 30, 2030. The 30-year-old praised the level of Barcelona's midfield and emphasized that he is attracted by the prospect of the team's development. "Barcelona have an absolutely fantastic midfield and I'm delighted to be a part of it. We're signing new players and creating a culture that will allow us to win everything. One of the reasons for my transition is not only the present, but also the future. Her midfield is simply incredible. We have excellent football players in all positions. I want to convey to the team my desire to continue to improve. Barcelona has been growing very strongly in recent years. She has won the championship twice in a row, which in itself is very difficult, and is one step away from winning the coveted Champions League trophy. Hansi-Dieter Flick's style really appeals to me. I think that under his leadership I will be able to become an even better football player. Bernal? It has huge potential. I hope I can help him as much as possible. He will be able to develop with me," Barça Universal quoted Rodri as saying. The Spaniard also talked about communication with the head coach of Barcelona and the management of the club. According to Rodri, Flick expects from him not only a quality game on the football field, but also the transfer of experience to his partners. "I spoke to Hansi-Dieter Flick and first of all he was happy about my joining. I had more contact with Deco and Joan Laporta than with the coach, but he is a very open professional. He looks you in the eye and tells you directly what he wants from you. He needs the experience that the team needs most right now, the knowledge and experience that I have accumulated over all these years. It's not just about bringing what I can give as a footballer, but also passing on the positive influence to my team-mates and making the difference that is expected of me," added Rhodri.