Barcelona makes second bid for Rodri as Arsenal player likely stays

Barcelona has submitted a £51.3 million offer for Manchester City midfielder Rodri after their initial bid was rejected. City recently signed goalkeeper Gerónimo Rulli from Marseille, adding to their transfer activity. Meanwhile, Arsenal's Myles Lewis-Skelly is reportedly inclined to remain with the club, despite Chelsea and Manchester United not pursuing a deal due to high valuation. Additionally, Tottenham is evaluating striker Folarin Balogun from Monaco while Inter Milan seeks Djed Spence and Liverpool's Curtis Jones. Chelsea has completed the signing of Pep Chavarria from Rayo Vallecano.

• 12:05 PMYahoo Sports — Arsenal star likely to stay at the club, Barcelona make another approach for Rodri – latest transfer reports