Valencia wants Dani Rodríguez: what formula do the Ches propose?

If there is a player whose future still generates doubts at FC Barcelona, it is Dani Rodríguez. Although he is well regarded in the Azulgrana institution and by Hansi Flick as a winger with sufficient quality to add minutes to the first team, his opportunities to see action in the season seem limited.

The context does not deceive: the forward can play on the left and right wing, a demarcation where Barcelona already has several elements in its squad. On the left side, the team from the Ciudad Condal has Raphinha as an undisputed starter, and behind him appears one of the star additions of the season, Marcus Rashford.

A similar case occurs on the right side. The great starter in that demarcation is the young star Lamine Yamal. In turn, the Rocafonda player can be seconded by the Swedish Roony Bardghji.

Limited options for Dani Rodríguez after the Barça Atlètic's descent

This scenario greatly complicates the options of a Dani Rodríguez who already seems to be clear about his desire: to take a step forward in his career and not return to wear the Barça Atlètic shirt. It should not be forgotten that the subsidiary, currently managed by Juliano Belletti, after an unfortunate 2024/25 season, was relegated to the Segunda RFEF, equivalent to the fourth category of Spanish football.

This caused a significant talent drain. In addition, it has led many players, including Dani, not to want to compete there, which would mean a setback in their sporting growth.

• 📌 THE FACT: Dani Rodríguez debuted with the first team in the 2024/25 season, adding 38 minutes in FC Barcelona's victory against Real Valladolid on matchday 34 of LaLiga EA Sports. Unfortunately, he left the match injured, with an acute dislocation in his right shoulder, which interrupted his progress in the first team.

With this, Barcelona seems to understand the situation and are open to letting him go. However, only one formula is contemplated: a loan. This strategy would allow the Astigarraga native to gain experience in the highest category and demonstrate that he can transfer all his talent to top-level football.

Possible loan of Dani Rodríguez and Valencia CF's interest

Understanding that the club seems open to loaning Dani Rodríguez, who has a contract until June 30, 2027 after renewing last summer, teams interested in his loan have already emerged. According to Mundo Deportivo, the most active is Valencia CF.

Carlos Corberán's team is looking for a winger with the characteristics of Dani Rodríguez, capable of playing on both wings. After the probable departure of Fran Pérez to Rayo Vallecano, the need for depth in the Che squad becomes evident.

Los Ches are looking for Dani Rodríguez through a loan with an option to buy

Given this, Valencia would be considering requesting the loan of Dani Rodríguez, including in the agreement an option to buy at the end of the season. It has not yet been specified whether it will be mandatory, and it remains to be seen whether FC Barcelona will accept the terms.

Will the Azulgrana team accept the agreement? We'll have to see. For the moment, the Blanquinegros present a strong candidacy to become the next destination of Dani Rodríguez, a disruptive player like few others, with a lot of dribbling and technique, who combines associative capacity and goal, and who is looking for opportunities in Primera División.