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Rodri Transfer from Manchester City to FC Barcelona
Transfer reporter Fabrizio Romano has claimed that Manchester City believe Barcelona could also be interested in Rodri, and that the injury of Frenkie de Jong could create this possibility. City have paused talks with Madrid as they wait to see if other clubs, such as Barcelona, make proposals. AS reports that Rodri is said to be not affected by the new interest from Barcelona.
Transfer reporter Fabrizio Romano has claimed that Manchester City believe Barcelona could also be interested in Rodri, and that the injury of Frenkie de Jong could create this possibility. City have paused talks with Madrid as they wait to see if other clubs, such as Barcelona, make proposals. AS reports that Rodri is said to be not affected by the new interest from Barcelona.
AS reported that Manchester City's demands for a fee of at least €60 million for Rodri have caused Real Madrid to hesitate, which could allow Barcelona to make a move. However, AS suggests in another report that the midfielder is only interested in joining Madrid if he leaves the Etihad.
AS reported that Manchester City's demands for a fee of at least €60 million for Rodri have caused Real Madrid to hesitate, which could allow Barcelona to make a move. However, AS suggests in another report that the midfielder is only interested in joining Madrid if he leaves the Etihad.
According to SER, Barcelona has shown interest in Rodri's situation, but has only approached the player's entourage and has not yet established contact with Manchester City. It is also reported that it would be very difficult for the club to spend another 75 million euros on Rodri, due to their recent spending on Gordon, Adeyemi, and Bisiwu.
According to SER, Barcelona has shown interest in Rodri's situation, but has only approached the player's entourage and has not yet established contact with Manchester City. It is also reported that it would be very difficult for the club to spend another 75 million euros on Rodri, due to their recent spending on Gordon, Adeyemi, and Bisiwu.
According to Cadena SER, Barcelona are continuing their pursuit of Manchester City midfielder Rodri and are waiting for the player’s approval before making a bid to rival Real Madrid.
According to Cadena SER, Barcelona are continuing their pursuit of Manchester City midfielder Rodri and are waiting for the player’s approval before making a bid to rival Real Madrid.
According to AS, Barcelona has communicated to Manchester City that they want to be informed about Rodri's contractual situation. The report states that Barcelona is paying attention to the negotiations between Rodri, Manchester City, and Real Madrid, and has positioned itself in the event that the deal with Real Madrid is not finalized. Barcelona has asked Manchester City to consider them if they are willing to negotiate Rodri's departure.
According to AS, Barcelona has communicated to Manchester City that they want to be informed about Rodri's contractual situation. The report states that Barcelona is paying attention to the negotiations between Rodri, Manchester City, and Real Madrid, and has positioned itself in the event that the deal with Real Madrid is not finalized. Barcelona has asked Manchester City to consider them if they are willing to negotiate Rodri's departure.
Cadena SER indicates that Rodri appreciates the Barcelona project. The report adds that FC Barcelona has the financial capacity for a deal at 50 million euros, which is still considerably less than Manchester City's demand, and that the club's management is also considering how to fit the 30-year-old player's salary into their financial fair play calculations for La Liga.
Cadena SER indicates that Rodri appreciates the Barcelona project. The report adds that FC Barcelona has the financial capacity for a deal at 50 million euros, which is still considerably less than Manchester City's demand, and that the club's management is also considering how to fit the 30-year-old player's salary into their financial fair play calculations for La Liga.
Cadena SER reports that Barcelona would be attentive to the situation of Rodri. The report adds that despite having other priorities, which include a striker and strengthening the defense, the club is monitoring Rodri.
Cadena SER reports that Barcelona would be attentive to the situation of Rodri. The report adds that despite having other priorities, which include a striker and strengthening the defense, the club is monitoring Rodri.
FC Barcelona wants a reinforcement in midfield and has inquired about Rodri. According to Catalunya Radio, while Rodri dreams of playing for Real Madrid, he would not necessarily say no to FC Barcelona if the opportunity arose.
FC Barcelona wants a reinforcement in midfield and has inquired about Rodri. According to Catalunya Radio, while Rodri dreams of playing for Real Madrid, he would not necessarily say no to FC Barcelona if the opportunity arose.
Rodri will undergo a short period of rehabilitation amid speculation that his future at Manchester City is in doubt and that Barcelona is among the clubs interested in him.
Rodri will undergo a short period of rehabilitation amid speculation that his future at Manchester City is in doubt and that Barcelona is among the clubs interested in him.
Journalist Oriol Domènech stated on the show 'Tot Costa' that Barcelona has made contact to inquire about the possibility of a transfer for Rodri. Domènech also claims that an injury to Frenkie de Jong has led the Catalan club to consider signing a top midfielder, and that Rodri fits this profile. Rodri has a good relationship with his national teammates who play for Barcelona. His contract is set to expire in one year, which could make him available for a more affordable price despite being a top player and the 2024 Ballon d'Or winner.
Journalist Oriol Domènech stated on the show 'Tot Costa' that Barcelona has made contact to inquire about the possibility of a transfer for Rodri. Domènech also claims that an injury to Frenkie de Jong has led the Catalan club to consider signing a top midfielder, and that Rodri fits this profile. Rodri has a good relationship with his national teammates who play for Barcelona. His contract is set to expire in one year, which could make him available for a more affordable price despite being a top player and the 2024 Ballon d'Or winner.
Mundo Deportivo reports that Manchester City would expect 80 million euros for Rodri. Manchester City has started efforts to extend Rodri's contract, which expires in 2027, with an offer including a very high salary. The club is waiting for a definitive answer from Rodri.
Mundo Deportivo reports that Manchester City would expect 80 million euros for Rodri. Manchester City has started efforts to extend Rodri's contract, which expires in 2027, with an offer including a very high salary. The club is waiting for a definitive answer from Rodri.
According to 90min, Barcelona are interested in acquiring Rodri. The club are said to have begun pursuing the player, with the La Liga champions having contacted his representatives after Frenkie de Jong returned from the World Cup with torn knee ligaments.
According to 90min, Barcelona are interested in acquiring Rodri. The club are said to have begun pursuing the player, with the La Liga champions having contacted his representatives after Frenkie de Jong returned from the World Cup with torn knee ligaments.
El Nacional reports that Barcelona's Gavi and Lamine Yamal are leading efforts to convince Rodri to select Barcelona instead of Madrid.
El Nacional reports that Barcelona's Gavi and Lamine Yamal are leading efforts to convince Rodri to select Barcelona instead of Madrid.
According to Fichajes, PSG have joined Real Madrid and Barcelona in pursuing Manchester City midfielder Rodri.
According to Fichajes, PSG have joined Real Madrid and Barcelona in pursuing Manchester City midfielder Rodri.
According to El Nacional, Barcelona are prepared to attempt to sign Rodri, as manager Hansi Flick is impressed by his World Cup performances, but a deal will only be possible if Frenkie de Jong is sold.
According to El Nacional, Barcelona are prepared to attempt to sign Rodri, as manager Hansi Flick is impressed by his World Cup performances, but a deal will only be possible if Frenkie de Jong is sold.
Pep Guardiola is working to secure the future of Rodri due to increasing pressure from Real Madrid and Barcelona. According to Bild, Rodri's future could be linked to his manager's. If Guardiola leaves Manchester City, both Real Madrid and Barcelona are waiting to sign Rodri in the summer. Rodri has an Estimated Transfer Value (ETV) of €96 million and would not be sold for a low price.
Pep Guardiola is working to secure the future of Rodri due to increasing pressure from Real Madrid and Barcelona. According to Bild, Rodri's future could be linked to his manager's. If Guardiola leaves Manchester City, both Real Madrid and Barcelona are waiting to sign Rodri in the summer. Rodri has an Estimated Transfer Value (ETV) of €96 million and would not be sold for a low price.
Sources confirm that constant contact has occurred and is ongoing between Manchester City and Rodri regarding his future. Rodri has been frequently linked with Barcelona, but sources close to both City and the player insist a delay in contract talks is unrelated to interest from elsewhere. According to Spanish sources, Rodri's future could be related to that of manager Pep Guardiola.
Sources confirm that constant contact has occurred and is ongoing between Manchester City and Rodri regarding his future. Rodri has been frequently linked with Barcelona, but sources close to both City and the player insist a delay in contract talks is unrelated to interest from elsewhere. According to Spanish sources, Rodri's future could be related to that of manager Pep Guardiola.
Rodri has reportedly decided that if he is to move on from Manchester City, he'd prefer to head to Barcelona. This decision is partly because joining Real Madrid would be a 'betrayal' to his former side, Atletico Madrid. Both Barcelona and Real Madrid are closely monitoring his situation, but Rodri feels his style of play fits better with Barcelona's system under Hansi Flick.
Rodri has reportedly decided that if he is to move on from Manchester City, he'd prefer to head to Barcelona. This decision is partly because joining Real Madrid would be a 'betrayal' to his former side, Atletico Madrid. Both Barcelona and Real Madrid are closely monitoring his situation, but Rodri feels his style of play fits better with Barcelona's system under Hansi Flick.
Barcelona's sporting director, Deco, made a controversial proposal to Manchester City, suggesting a swap deal that would see Rodri, a 28-year-old midfielder highly regarded in his position, move to Barcelona in exchange for Ilkay Gündogan. Manchester City promptly turned down the offer, as they are unwilling to lose one of their key players. Furthermore, there are questions about how Barcelona, still grappling with financial issues, would cover the difference in value.
Barcelona's sporting director, Deco, made a controversial proposal to Manchester City, suggesting a swap deal that would see Rodri, a 28-year-old midfielder highly regarded in his position, move to Barcelona in exchange for Ilkay Gündogan. Manchester City promptly turned down the offer, as they are unwilling to lose one of their key players. Furthermore, there are questions about how Barcelona, still grappling with financial issues, would cover the difference in value.
Barcelona's sporting director Deco proposed a player exchange deal to Manchester City, where Ilkay Gündogan would return to Manchester City, and Rodri would move to Barcelona. However, Manchester City immediately rejected this proposal, which angered them to the point that they demanded Barcelona pay the remaining debt from Ferran Torres' transfer by August 31, or face legal action.
Barcelona's sporting director Deco proposed a player exchange deal to Manchester City, where Ilkay Gündogan would return to Manchester City, and Rodri would move to Barcelona. However, Manchester City immediately rejected this proposal, which angered them to the point that they demanded Barcelona pay the remaining debt from Ferran Torres' transfer by August 31, or face legal action.
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