Rodri is a Spain midfielder who plays for Manchester City, born in 1996, Madrid, Spain. At 29 he goes to the FIFA World Cup 2026 with Spain, drawn into Group H. 2024 Ballon d’Or winner and the world’s best defensive midfielder.
Key Takeaways
- Full name: Rodri
- Born: 1996, Madrid, Spain
- Position: Midfielder
- Club: Manchester City
- Country: Spain (Group H)
- Estimated net worth (2026): estimated $40-55 million USD
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Bio and early career
Rodri was born in 1996, Madrid, Spain. The reigning Ballon d’Or holder. A complete holding midfielder and Manchester City’s most important player.
Throughout his career, Rodri has built a reputation as a top-class midfielder for both club and country.
Club career
Rodri currently plays for Manchester City, where he is a key first-team player at one of Europe’s top clubs.
- 2024 Ballon d’Or winner
- Champions League and Premier League winner
- Spain’s holding midfield linchpin
Spain and World Cup 2026 outlook
Featured at 2022. For the 2026 tournament, Rodri will line up for Spain in Group H alongside three other nations. Full group analysis is on the Group H preview page.
Squad-wise, Rodri’s role is central to Spain’s campaign. Their fixtures, manager and full squad analysis sit on the Spain team page.
Awards and honours
2024 Ballon d’Or winner, UEFA Champions League winner, multiple Premier League titles, 2024 Euros winner.
Estimated net worth (2026)
Rodri’s net worth is estimated $40-55 million USD, based on publicly reported salaries, endorsement deals and sponsorship arrangements. As with all such figures, actual wealth may vary significantly from these estimates.
The bulk of Rodri’s wealth comes from his Manchester City salary, image-rights agreements, brand sponsorships, and bonuses linked to club and international success.
Wife and family
Rodri is in a relationship with Laura Iglesias. Beyond his publicly available relationship and family information, Rodri generally keeps personal matters out of the press, focusing instead on football.
Frequently asked questions
How old is Rodri at the World Cup 2026?
Rodri is 29 years old at the 2026 World Cup. He was born in 1996, Madrid, Spain.
What is Rodri’s estimated net worth?
Rodri’s net worth is estimated $40-55 million USD as of 2026, including club salary, endorsements, and personal investments.
Which club does Rodri play for?
Rodri currently plays his club football for Manchester City in the English Premier League.
Who is Rodri’s wife or partner?
Rodri is in a relationship with Laura Iglesias.
Has Rodri won the World Cup?
Featured at 2022. Rodri has yet to win the World Cup with Spain.
What’s next?
- Spain team page – full squad, manager, fixtures
- Group H preview – all four group teams
- Players hub – more star profiles
- Predictions hub – tournament forecasts
- Match schedule
Last updated: May 23, 2026 by the Futbolzen editorial team. Net worth estimates and partner/family details reflect publicly reported information and are subject to change. Spot something out of date? Tell us via our Corrections Policy.