This weekend, he moved a huge step closer to a Ballon d'Or title he has distanced himself from.
Rodri has always said he would prefer his team to win a trophy rather than himself win the Ballon d'Or. But with a starring role in the Euros elevating him to a level of publicity he perhaps lacked before, maybe now that Ballon d'Or is within grasp. His previous comments on the award suggest he believes a player needs a huge PR machine behind him to win the award - Nike endorsed him on Sunday night, and he also has the backing of the whole of Spain.
Rodri can do everything, from a business degree, to winning the Champions League for City. Just maybe don't ask him for advice on complex geopolitical diplomatic matters.
The midfielder will now embark on a much-needed break ahead of the new season. He has repeatedly stressed that his workload is too high, and his 2023/24 season saw him play 58 out of a possible 70 games in 11 months. He could play 80 next season.
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