According to the latest report from Sport, Barcelona have submitted an initial offer of €45 million plus €10 million in add‑ons for Rodri, yet Manchester City are holding out for €65 million.
Barcelona are pushing hard to sign Rodri. Following the player’s personal approval, Barcelona have contacted Manchester City in an attempt to finalise the midfielder’s transfer as soon as possible. Barcelona have tabled their first official bid, consisting of a fixed fee of €45 million plus €10 million in performance‑related add‑ons, which has been turned down by Manchester City.
Manchester City previously set a non‑negotiable asking price of €65 million for Real Madrid and still stick to this valuation, though there remains room for negotiation. Rodri wields considerable influence within Manchester City and can take part in the talks. He has earned the right to decide his own future, and all parties will surely strive to reach an agreement so he can depart on good terms.
Barcelona have set a hard cap on the fixed transfer fee, refusing to go above €50 million under any circumstances. On top of that figure, they may add bonus clauses to bring the total close to €60 million. Barcelona regard this valuation as reasonable and very near the Premier League club’s asking price. The two clubs maintain good relations, and positive signals regarding the deal are expected over this weekend.
Regarding personal terms, Barcelona are well aware of Rodri’s demands. He ranks among Manchester City’s highest‑paid players and previously received a contract renewal proposal. Barcelona have negotiated based on those figures and have reached a principal agreement on a four‑year contract. All sides remain fully optimistic about completing this high‑profile summer transfer. Barcelona pushed Real Madrid out of the race within just 24 hours.
Rodri had nearly finalised personal terms with Real Madrid, yet last‑minute developments derailed the move. Real Madrid took a tough stance on the transfer fee, offering only €40 million with no intention to raise their bid. This made Rodri and his entourage believe Real Madrid’s genuine interest in signing him was limited. Consequently, he turned towards Barcelona, who delivered credible negotiation proposals and demonstrated firm determination to land the midfielder. If all details are sorted out in the coming days, Rodri could travel to Barcelona next week.
