Fernando Rodney believes he'll eventually receive a contract extension with the Rays.

He is currently pitching for the Dominican Republic's Leones del Escogido at the Caribbean Series.

"It's in plans already," Rodney said. "We've talked a few times, and I expect it to get finalized this month."

He was at the center of much confusion earlier this week, when he told the Dominican publication El Dia that he was closing in on a two-year deal that would cover 2014-15.

"We're still in the planning stages, still negotiating," Rodney clarified on Friday. "You know, these negotiations take time because you have to weigh all your options."