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Rodri sends emotional 'Dear City Fans' letter to Manchester City fans as he confirms transfer plan

"City didnt just make me a grow as a player. I saw my brother graduating from Manchester Metropolitan University. I could see my girlfriend working for the NHS. Manchester shaped my whole life."

[Rodri has proved himself again to be the best midfielder on the planet]

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Rodri has proved himself again to be the best midfielder on the planet(Image: 2026 Luciano Lima)

Manchester City superstar Rodri has sent an emotional video letter to Manchester City fans via the club's website.

Opening with the formal 'Dear City Fans', the Spanish international midfielder - who made 298 appearances for the Club, scoring 28 times and won 14 major trophies - formally brought down the curtain on his seven-year tenure.

The 30-year-old won four Premier Leagues, four League Cups, two FA Cups, two Community Shields, the UEFA Champions League, the UEFA Super Cup a FIFA Club World Cup during his time at The Etihad.

Dear City fans," began the now Barca player in his emotion message, "I found that saying goodbye is one of the most difficult things in life but I am going to try.

Its hard to find the words to express how much gratitude, love and support me and my family have experienced all these years.

I remember how I felt when I arrived, signing for the big Manchester City. It was a moment of pure excitement wow I am going to play with Kevin, Aguero, Silva, Bernardo, John and many others. I couldnt stop smiling.

And then Pep, waiting to teach me everything from day one. Pep I can tell you now, I couldnt handle all those tactics in my head.

But a question came to me, could we handle all these expectations for the next years. I think that time answered the question."

The fans had been incredible through some incredible moments.

I knew I came into a top team but I never thought we could be able to create the legacy we made winning trophies, fans around the world, love and respect. We made an example to inspire the next generations not only because the success, also because the way we did it. And the fans were with us every step of the way.

[Rodri of Manchester City celebrates with the trophy after winning the Emirates FA Cup Final match between Chelsea and Manchester City]

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Rodri of Manchester City celebrates with the trophy after winning the Emirates FA Cup Final match between Chelsea and Manchester City(Image: Getty)

Many incredible moments come to my mind. My first trophy at City, in my first game. The last minute winners, like Arsenal away.

Scoring in the Villa game to reach the Premier League, when it looked so tough. Scoring the goal to win the Champions League that we all wanted so much.

The incredible reception you gave me after the Balon dOr. You cannot imagine how proud I am to be the first player to win this award in a sky blue shirt."

Manchester had been a fantastic experience not just for him but for his family.

Making history, with the Treble, with Four in a Row. We saw things theyll never see.

And in the bad moments, also, you never let me down. My first day back on the pitch I realised how much you love me and I understood how special these fans were.

[Spain's Rodri kisses the World Cup trophy alongside Mikel Merino after beating Argentina in the 2026 final]

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Spain's Rodri kisses the World Cup trophy alongside Mikel Merino after beating Argentina in the 2026 final(Image: AP Photo/Julio Cortez)

City didnt just make me a grow as a player. They made me grow as a human.

I saw my brother graduating from Manchester Metropolitan University. I could see my girlfriend working for the NHS. Manchester shaped my whole life.

I will never forget stepping onto the pitch, seeing a sea of blue sing nah, nah, nah, nahCITY, taking my scooter into town for a coffee, walking through the parks listening to Oasis and always loving Manchesters great rain.

So City fans, its time to say goodbye, thanks to the club, the fans, the staff and my teammates. This journey couldnt be the same without you, my heart will always be Blue.

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