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Mourinho fires Real Madrid shot at Barcelona saying he ‘didn’t need’ Rodri

José Mourinho's comments on Rodri's transfer to Barcelona have reignited the rivalry between the two Spanish football giants.

By · Published August 20, 2026 at 07:26 UTC · Updated August 22, 2026 at 09:32 UTC

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Coverage (8)

🌍 Cross-language spread

Archynetys detected this story across 2 language editions of the world's news.

🇬🇧 English Aug 19, 15:24 UTC
🇪🇸 Spanish Aug 20, 12:25 UTC · EL PAÍS

Detected by matching proper nouns and figures that survive translation. Times reflect when each edition's coverage was first indexed.

The brief

Yesterday, José Mourinho, manager of Real Madrid, dismissed the transfer. He said that Rodri's hesitation over the move had led Madrid to doubt his commitment.

Barcelona fans welcomed Rodri with a thunderous ovation. Barcelona's new manager Flick and Raphinha addressed the fans ahead of the new season, expressing their readiness to fight for every trophy.

Rodri's shirt number for the 2026/27 season has been confirmed.

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Quick answers

What did José Mourinho say about Rodri's transfer?

Mourinho said that Real Madrid did not want Rodri after he hesitated over the move. He also stated that he didn't need Rodri.

How did Barcelona fans react to Rodri's signing?

Barcelona fans welcomed Rodri with a thunderous ovation.

What did Flick and Raphinha say to Barcelona fans?

Flick and Raphinha addressed Barcelona fans ahead of the new season, expressing their readiness to fight for every trophy.

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