Hansi Flick makes decision on Guido Rodriguez signing (reliability: 4 stars)

Hans-Dieter Flick has approved the signing of Guido Rodriguez, reports Diario Sport's Lluis Miguelsanz.

The Argentine will join Barcelona as a free agent in July.

Earlier, it was reported that Guido's future would depend on Barca's next manager. The defensive midfielder was initially Xavi's personal request.

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Guido Rodriguez has been a key player for Real Betis over the past few years. He also won the 2022 World Cup with Argentina, featuring in one of the games.

Despite the 30-year-old's signing, Barca still plan to sign a high-profile defensive midfielder, with Joshua Kimmich being a major candidate.