Barcelona nearing deal for Rodri from Manchester City

Barcelona is close to finalizing a deal for Rodri, a World Cup winner, from Manchester City. Negotiations have intensified, with reports stating that talks are in the final stages. Barcelona aims to complete the transfer, reportedly worth over €70 million, within hours. Rodri, who recently finished his vacation in Spain, may skip training with Manchester City to avoid injuries. The player could join training in Barcelona as early as next week if the deal is completed swiftly.

• 7:20 AMYahoo Sports — Barcelona ‘on the verge’ of completing World Cup winner’s signing, a matter of ‘hours’