Celta Manager Giráldez Personally Courts Barcelona‘s dani Rodríguez in January Transfer
Vigo, Spain – Celta de Vigo manager Rafael Benítez Giráldez has directly intervened to persuade Barcelona’s Dani Rodríguez to join the Galician club in the January transfer window, sources confirm. The move comes as rodríguez seeks an exit from Barça following limited opportunities and a recent injury setback.
Rodríguez, a product of The Masía, previously expressed his desire to leave after Barcelona’s reserve team was relegated to Second RFEF, deeming the division below his level. Despite showing promise during appearances with the first team under Hans-Dieter Flick – including a start against Valladolid – a subsequent injury hampered his preseason and chances of securing a regular place. The arrivals of rony Bardghji and Marcus Rashford have further diminished his prospects at the Camp Nou. barcelona is reportedly seeking a transfer fee of approximately four million euros for the Spanish under-19 international.
Giráldez has reportedly made a direct appeal to Rodríguez, prioritizing him over other potential suitors including RCD Mallorca, Athletic Club of Bilbao, and Valencia. The manager appears to favor developing younger talents like Pedro Fernández and Toni Fernández,but sees Rodríguez as an immediate impact player. Rodríguez is expected to finalize his departure from Barcelona in January, with Celta now the clear frontrunner for his signature.
