The Spain midfielder left Atletico for Manchester City, where he has now won everything in the game.
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Simeone said: "I am very respectful of people's decisions and everyone knows how they behave. I am happy for Rodrigo, he deserves it. Incredible, he was with us for one season but left a very good record.
"He made the right choice to go to City because he has achieved great things and grown as a footballer. He gave us a lot and it is well deserved. For midfielders, it is good that the work that goes unnoticed is recognised.
"I'm at a stage where I don't analyze so many of these situations. I think more about my team. I'm happy for Rodrigo."