Rodri moving closer to Barcelona ahead of August 13 deadline
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 6, 2026, 3:00 PM
Last updated Aug 6, 2026
Rodri is nearing a transfer from Manchester City to Barcelona, with negotiations reportedly underway. The midfielder has expressed confidence in Barcelona's sporting project under Hansi Flick and has permitted the club to approach City for a deal. Previously, Rodri was inclined to join Real Madrid, but has since shifted his preference to Barcelona. Although no final agreement has been reached, Barcelona is working to make the move financially viable before Rodri returns for pre-season on August 13.
- •Rodri has informed Barcelona he prefers them over Real Madrid.
- •Negotiations with Manchester City are currently in progress.
- •Barcelona aims for a resolution before Rodri's pre-season return on August 13.
- •City values Rodri highly and discussions remain ongoing.
- 3:00 PMYahoo Sports — Man City heavyweight moves closer to Barcelona with future to be resolved by August 13
"Rodri has taken a significant step towards joining Barcelona, with a deal for the Spain superstar now closer than ever, reports Mundo Deportivo.As first reported by Jijantes and now corroborated by MD...
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