> “I really like playing with a high defensive line. It requires commitment not only from the defenders, because if there’s no pressure on the ball, they can create a lot of problems,” he told EFE.
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> “Rodri is very good news for Barcelona. We’re talking about one of the best midfielders in the world. I had the pleasure of seeing him play live at the World Cup; I like him a lot. He brings a lot of balance to teams and fits perfectly with Barcelona’s style of play.
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> “He’s shown that with Spain and at City under Guardiola. He’s going to help us a lot; it’s a key position, and now Barcelona’s midfield is going to be even stronger.”