Rodrigo contributed significantly to Spain’s success this summer, as he has since joining City in 2019.

The midfield metronome is an expert in dictating play on and off the ball, controlling the game’s tempo, and regaining possession of the ball in the centre of the pitch.

As stated in the video above, he is a player that prioritises team success over individual statistics.

His Premier League statistics demonstrate his significant contribution to Pep Guardiola’s record-breaking team.

Since moving to England, the Spaniard has been in the top three in terms of passes completed in every season, including two seasons where he led the way.

He is currently on a run of 50 Premier League games without defeat, dating back to February 2023.

Only former Arsenal defender Sol Campbell has a higher record, having gone 56 matches undefeated between November 2002 and October 2004.

This summer, in Germany, he played six of Spain’s seven games and was voted Player of the Tournament.