Barcelona midfielder Rodri has apologised to Valencia after television footage appeared to show him describing the La Liga side as "very weak". The footage, which has no audio, was lip-read by Spanish broadcaster Movistar during Sunday's 5-0 win at Mestalla. The comments sparked criticism from Valencia fans and sections of the Spanish media, with Rodri accused of disrespecting the struggling club. Rodri said he had apologised to Valencia captain and Spain teammate José Gayà as well as the entire squad, and clarified that it was simply an expression of surprise.
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