India, Sept. 4 -- Robert Lewandowski has backed former club Barcelona's move for Rodri from Manchester City in the recently concluded transfer window. Barcelona added further quality to their midfield by landing the former Ballon d'Or winner, who was reportedly close to joining Real Madrid. However, Barcelona made a late push to hijack the deal and secured the Spanish midfielder, adding another world-class option to their squad ahead of the new season.

Rodri had some fitness concerns last season, but he silenced his doubters with a world-class display at the World Cup. The midfielder was instrumental throughout in Spain's World Cup triumph and finished as the Player of the Tournament, winning the Golden Ball after an outstanding campaign...