Javier Tebas Calls Rodri the Best Player in the World After Barcelona Transfer
Rodri's Big Move to Barcelona
This summer, Rodri made a headline-grabbing transfer to Barcelona, ending weeks of intense speculation about his next destination. Before signing with the Catalan giants, he was heavily linked to their rivals, Real Madrid. The battle for his signature captured football fans' attention, making his choice to join Barcelona one of the most talked-about moments of the transfer window.
His arrival has injected fresh excitement into Spanish football and boosted the global appeal of La Liga for the upcoming season.
Liga President Praises Rodri
Javier Tebas, president of La Liga, expressed great enthusiasm about Rodri joining the Spanish top flight. Speaking at the launch of the new La Liga EA Sports Panini sticker album, Tebas openly admired the midfielder’s current form.
"I am happy that Rodri is playing for Barcelona," Tebas said, as reported by Mundo Deportivo. "It doesn’t matter to me whether he’s at Madrid, Barcelona, or anywhere else. I believe he is currently the best-performing player in the world, and I am very pleased."
The Summer Transfer Saga
The fight to sign Rodri was among the summer’s most discussed stories. Rumors had placed Real Madrid as serious contenders to secure him, which would have been a significant boost to their midfield strength.
Nevertheless, Barcelona managed to outmaneuver their rivals and bring Rodri into their squad, enhancing their lineup for both domestic and European competitions.
Rodri’s Early Impact at Barcelona
After all the transfer drama, Rodri has quickly turned his attention to performing on the pitch. He has already debuted for Barcelona and fit into the team without hesitation.
So far, Rodri has appeared in three La Liga matches this season. His importance is clear, as he started in the club’s Champions League opener against Feyenoord, showing the trust placed in him for crucial games ahead.
- Match: Levante vs Barcelona
- Date: 13 Sept 2026
- Kickoff: 16:15
- Competition: La Liga
