Barcelona Player Open to Changing Jersey Number for Rodri at the Request of Manchester City Legend

Rodri is set to wear his iconic No. 16 jersey at Barcelona after reaching a deal with fellow Spaniard Fermin Lopez, who has chosen to switch his number.

With the transfer nearing completion, fans will soon see the 2024 Ballon d’Or winner in the No. 16 kit for Barcelona.

This development comes from the renowned Italian journalist Fabrizio Romano, who has also mentioned that Lopez will take over the No. 7 jersey at Barcelona.

Just yesterday, it was confirmed that Barcelona has finalized a £65.4 million deal to bring the World Cup Player of the Tournament from Manchester City.

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This transfer follows Barcelona’s earlier attempts to sign the midfielder, which had been turned down by the Premier League club.

The agreement seems beneficial for both sides; City believes they are getting a substantial fee for a player whose contract is nearing its final ten months.

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Additionally, they need to resolve the midfielder’s fitness issues from the last two seasons.

New City manager Enzo Maresca has underlined the need for new recruits following a significant loss to Arsenal in Cardiff.

City is expected to ramp up their search for a new holding midfielder, as Rodri’s move to Spain is anticipated to be finalized within the next 48 hours.

Manchester City has been linked with Chelsea’s Enzo Fernandez and Moroccan World Cup sensation Ayyoub Bouaddi as potential replacements.

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