Barcelona approaches Rodri signing after midfielder's approval
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 6, 2026, 1:47 PM
Last updated Aug 6, 2026
Barcelona is advancing their efforts to sign Rodri from Manchester City, having received the midfielder’s approval for the transfer. After discussions with Hansi Flick, Rodri agreed to join the club, prompting Barcelona to prepare an official offer. Manchester City is reportedly open to negotiating a fee between 60-70 million euros. Barcelona aims to complete the acquisition swiftly to then focus on pursuing Julián Álvarez as their primary striker target.
- •Barcelona receives Rodri's approval for a transfer from Manchester City.
- •Club prepares to make an official offer valued at around 60-70 million euros.
- •Negotiations with Real Madrid previously stalled that led Barcelona to approach Rodri.
- •Barcelona is also targeting Julián Álvarez as a key striker addition.
- •Club aims for a quick resolution on Rodri's signing.
- 1:47 PMYahoo Sports — Barcelona “preparing Rodri signing” as World Cup winner gives green light to transfer
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