Rodri: Barcelona make contact with Manchester City
FC Barcelona have officially entered the race for Rodri, making contact with Manchester City and the player's camp, as Real Madrid's negotiations with the English club over the Spain captain reportedly stall.
FC Barcelona have officially entered the race for Rodri, making contact with Manchester City and the player's camp to explore a possible transfer, according to journalist Fabrizio Romano and The Athletic.
Real Madrid talks stalling
Barcelona's move comes as Real Madrid's negotiations with Manchester City over the Spain captain are described as "practically broken," despite weeks of talks between the two clubs. Manchester City have shown no urgency to close a deal quickly, feeling that other clubs were starting to join the race.
The numbers behind the deal
Manchester City initially demanded around $86.5 million for Rodri, though several reports suggest his valuation has dropped to around $75 million, after a Real Madrid offer of $58 million was deemed insufficient.
The decision rests with Rodri
The player's own preference remains the deciding factor. Some reports say Rodri would still favour a move to Real Madrid should he leave Manchester City, while others describe the situation as still unresolved.
