Hailing from Granada, the 18 year old has greatly impressed at the junior level of the sport, winning the Gipuzkoa Klasika, in addition to overall success at the Tour de Gironde.





A two-time Spanish Junior time trial champion, Rodriguez has demonstrated considerable all-round capabilities whilst riding for his country in Nations Cup events, in addition to the Kometa Cycling junior team.



Signing a four-year deal with Team INEOS, Rodriguez will dovetail his racing alongside university, where he is studying for a degree in engineering.

On signing for the team, Rodriguez said: “To be a part of Team INEOS is incredible. You can see that young riders are doing so well within this team. They are surrounded by the best people and it’s the best option to develop myself as a cyclist. I’m looking forward to learning from the best riders and staff in the sport.



“At this stage in my career I think of myself as an all-round rider. Being consistent across the different disciplines is my strength, but I like the climbs and the tough races.



“I am under no illusions it is a big step up to the professional level. The training is going to be harder and the races much faster. I think that if I work hard, step by step, I can progress and adapt myself to the WorldTour. That’s my main objective for the next few seasons and I’m in the best place to do that.”