Rodri reflected on his targets for the next year with Spain after a summer of activity.
The midfielder called time on a seven-season spell with Manchester City that ended with an FA Cup and Carabao Cup double, deciding to return to his home country. That decision meant Barcelona forked out a fee in the region of £65 million to acquire his services, and he has settled into a squad that serves as the significant backbone for La Roja, with whom he enjoyed big achievements this year.
‘We are not satisfied’
Rodri was named Player of the Tournament for the World Cup as his team defeated the reigning champions Argentina 1-0 in the final.
The accomplishment asserted that he still has plenty to give to the game after a shaky return from his ACL injury in September 2024, and ambition has not waned.
A 3-2 victory over England kicked off the Nations League campaign for the best team in the world among international outfits, and Spain seek to consolidate the legacy of a new ‘Golden Generation.’
"You feel responsible for the journey you have been on, but the team doesn't stop there. We know how much respect having two stars on our shirt generates among our opponents, but we are not satisfied.
“We like the Nations League, and it motivates us to win another title. This is the best possible stage for our return.
Grateful for Barcelona’s interest
“I'm very excited about it. I'm very grateful to Barcelona for the interest that they have shown for me and I'm more than excited to meet new objectives. I'm happy where I am. I'm satisfied. Of course, winning the World Cup caused a huge euphoria on top of winning that individual trophy, and I was happy to reach the maximum level and be the leader of a Spain that went until the end.”
