Rodri is ready to step up as a leader at Manchester City following the departure of Vincent Kompany.
Kompany's departure after 11 years at the club leaves a void of veteran leadership in Pep Guardiola's side.
But new signing Rodri insists he has the ability to rally his teammates.
"When you play in that position, it doesn't matter how old you are or how good you are, you have to lead the team because you are in the middle," he says.
"You know where your team-mates are, whereas wingers don't look at all the pitch so midfield needs to lead. I'm young but I think I can have this role in this team.
"I know I have great players like David Silva but in my role I have to lead in these situations."