A television reporter from El Chiringuito claims: Rodri should have been Real Madrid's ideal signing, but Barcelona spent nearly 80 million euros to sign him, largely to "block" their biggest rival. Following the Alvarez transfer and losing out to Real Madrid on several transfer targets, Barcelona president Laporta's move to sign the World Cup's best player was aimed at winning back fan support.

However, the deal remains controversial from a tactical standpoint. While Rodri's quality is undeniable, he is not a "pressing need" for Barcelona right now. Currently, Barcelona's midfield is well-stocked with talent, including Pedri, Gavi, Fermin, Olmo, and young academy prospect Bernal, with enough depth to handle injuries.

If Rodri joins, he will inevitably reduce playing time for young players like Bernal. For Barcelona, a team that already has a relatively complete backup midfield, spending such a large sum to recruit a player who is not truly essential raises questions about the practical value of the signing.

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