Rodri 2026: Complete Career, Salary & Family Guide
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Rodri (Rodrigo Hernández Cascante) is a 29-year-old Spanish defensive midfielder playing for Manchester City since 2019, earning £13 million per year (approximately €15M). He won the 2024 Ballon d\'Or after leading Spain to Euro 2024 glory and Man City to the 2023 Champions League and 4 consecutive Premier League titles. Girlfriend Laura Iglesias since 2020. Net worth $30 million. Originally Atletico Madrid academy product.
Rodri 2026 Quick Stats
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Full name | Rodrigo Hernández Cascante |
| Date of birth | 22 June 1996 (age 29 in 2026) |
| Birthplace | Madrid, Spain |
| Height / weight | 1.91 m / 82 kg |
| Position | Defensive midfielder / Centre-back |
| Preferred foot | Right |
| Current club | Manchester City (since 2019) |
| Shirt number | 16 (Man City), 16 (Spain) |
| Contract until | 30 June 2027 |
| Annual salary | £13 million (€15M) gross / €7.5 million net |
| Net worth | $30 million |
| Girlfriend/Wife | Laura Iglesias (Spanish student, relationship since 2020) |
| Major trophy | 2024 Ballon d\'Or winner + Euro 2024 winner with Spain |
| Boot deal | Nike Tiempo |
Career Summary
Born 22 June 1996 in Madrid. Joined Atletico Madrid\'s Los Rojillos academy at age 9, but released at 15 for being "too slow". Joined Rayo Majadahonda, then Villarreal academy 2013. Villarreal first team 2015-18. Atletico Madrid signed him back for €20M in 2018. Manchester City bought him in 2019 for €70M (club record at the time). Under Pep Guardiola: transformed into the world\'s best defensive midfielder. 2022-23 season: UCL + PL + FA Cup treble. ACL injury September 2024 kept him out for 8 months but returned for 2025-26 season as Spain captain in waiting.
International Career
Spain national team since 2018. 65+ caps, 5 goals. Euro 2024 winner (MVP of tournament). UEFA Nations League 2022-23 winner. 2021 UEFA Best Young Player. 2024 Ballon d\'Or winner after leading both Man City and Spain to success.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why did Rodri win the 2024 Ballon d'Or?
Rodri won the 2024 Ballon d'Or (announced October 2024) for leading Spain to Euro 2024 glory (winning the tournament MVP) and Manchester City to their 4th consecutive Premier League title in 2023-24. He was named Euro 2024 Player of the Tournament. He became the first defensive midfielder to win the Ballon d'Or in over 60 years. Vinicius Jr finished 2nd, causing a major boycott controversy as Real Madrid refused to attend the ceremony.
Who is Rodri's girlfriend?
Rodri has been in a relationship with Laura Iglesias since 2020. She is a Spanish student studying fashion design. They met through mutual friends in Madrid. They have no children as of 2026 and maintain an extremely private lifestyle — Laura rarely appears in public and has a private social media presence. The couple owns a house in Manchester and spends summers in Spain.
Is Rodri related to any other famous footballer?
No, Rodri is not related to any other famous footballer by blood. He should not be confused with Rodrygo Goes (Real Madrid Brazilian winger). Rodri (Rodrigo Hernández Cascante) is Spanish and Rodrygo is Brazilian. The name similarity often causes confusion in search engines and general football discussion.