Barcelona attempts to sign Rodri, but he prefers Real Madrid
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 4, 2026, 9:37 AM
Last updated Aug 4, 2026
Barcelona has contacted Rodri's entourage regarding a potential transfer from Manchester City to replace the injured Frenkie de Jong. However, Diario AS reports that Rodri will only leave Manchester City for Real Madrid. Both clubs are in discussions, with Madrid optimistic despite a €75 million asking price from City, while they're aiming to negotiate down to €60 million.
- •Barcelona inquires about Rodri following De Jong's injury.
- •Rodri reportedly prefers a move to Real Madrid over other clubs.
- •Real Madrid has completed five signings this summer.
- •Manchester City seeks €75 million for Rodri, Madrid aims for €60 million.
- •A significant sale may be necessary for Madrid to finalize both signings.
- 9:37 AMYahoo Sports — Manchester City Freezes Rodri Real Madrid Talks For Barcelona To Enter Race
- 8:25 AMYahoo Sports — Barcelona told Rodri will only leave Manchester City for Real Madrid
"After already having completed five new signings this summer, Real Madrid are looking primed to make some more additions to their team before the end of this summer transfer window. The Merengues have...
"Manchester City has frozen talks with Real Madrid regarding Rodri's potential transfer because it believes FC Barcelona will enter the race for his signature.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 4, 2026, 9:37 AMManchester City Freezes Rodri Real Madrid Talks For Barcelona To Enter Race
Manchester City has frozen talks with Real Madrid regarding Rodri's potential transfer because it believes FC Barcelona will enter the race for his signature.
- Yahoo SportsAug 4, 2026, 8:25 AMBarcelona told Rodri will only leave Manchester City for Real Madrid
After already having completed five new signings this summer, Real Madrid are looking primed to make some more additions to their team before the end of this summer transfer window. The Merengues have...
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