Rodri’s Move Shakes Both Clubs | MLS News

Rodri’s blockbuster move to Barcelona has sent shockwaves through the football world, turning Real Madrid’s midfield woes into a headline story. Thibaut Courtois admits it’s “a pity” Rodri chose Barca over Madrid — a club that desperately needed his presence after losing Kroos and Modri. But with Rodri now joining a squad already packed with five central midfielders (and counting Frenkie de Jong), Hansi Flick faces an impossible logjam. Meanwhile, Real Madrid’s shaky first game exposed their midfield gap — one they still haven’t solved. And while Rodri’s sidelined recovering from surgery, Barcelona’s new era of midfield depth is already creating chaos — and maybe even a striker shortage. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/f837bde6d6efb331