Why Rodri Chose Barcelona Over Real Madrid and His Call With Mourinho
- Ultimately, his heart was set on the sporting project taking shape at Camp Nou under the influence of figures like Deco and Hansi Flick.
- Regarding the private conversation with the Real Madrid boss, Rodri maintained a level of professional discretion while acknowledging Mourinho's efforts to sway him to the capital.
- Yah, saya rasa bukan tempatnya bagi dia untuk mengungkap percakapan pribadi, tetapi jelas dia menyampaikan keinginannya agar saya pergi ke sana dan apa yang bisa saya kontribusikan untuk...
Turning down the advances of Los Blancos was no easy feat. Ultimately, his heart was set on the sporting project taking shape at Camp Nou under the influence of figures like Deco and Hansi Flick.
A Private Call From Madrid
Maintaining Professional Discretion
Regarding the private conversation with the Real Madrid boss, Rodri maintained a level of professional discretion while acknowledging Mourinho’s efforts to sway him to the capital.
Yah, saya rasa bukan tempatnya bagi dia untuk mengungkap percakapan pribadi, tetapi jelas dia menyampaikan keinginannya agar saya pergi ke sana dan apa yang bisa saya kontribusikan untuk tim,
Rodri said. Perlakuannya sangat baik. Ketika saya membuat keputusan, saya juga meneleponnya untuk berterima kasih atas ketertarikan dan perlakuannya. Saya pikir dia pelatih yang fantastis; dia sudah membuktikannya di mana pun dia pergi selama periode-periode suksesnya, dan Real Madrid akan menjadi rival yang tangguh di liga ini.
Downplaying European Favorites
Despite the high-stakes nature of the El Clásico rivalry, Rodri adopted a grounded perspective on Barcelona’s status in Europe for the current campaign.
He noted that he does not view the Catalan club as the immediate favorites to win the Champions League.