Man City fans react to Barcelona’s £60m Rodri transfer push
Manchester City supporters have reacted with disbelief, anger and resignation after fresh reports suggested Barcelona are prepared to meet the club’s asking price for Rodri.
Manchester City have rejected an initial offer from Barcelona for the Spain midfielder, with the Premier League champions understood to be holding out for around £60 million.
The latest development has triggered a strong response among Man City supporters on social media.
While some fans appear to believe Rodri’s departure is now inevitable, others have questioned whether £60 million is enough for a player who has been so influential to Manchester City’s success.
One supporter simply responded: “Okay.”
It was a short reaction, but it reflected the feeling of some fans who appear to be struggling to process the possibility of losing one of the most important midfielders of the modern Manchester City era.
Man City fans question the £60m valuation
The biggest talking point among supporters was the proposed £60 million fee.
One fan reacted bluntly with: “£60M??”
Another described the potential fee as a “Pathetic fee”, while another supporter suggested that the figure should be closer to “65+5”.
The reaction is understandable.
Rodri has been central to Manchester City’s dominance for several seasons. His ability to control possession, dictate the tempo and protect the defence has made him one of the most important players in the squad.
That explains why some City fans are struggling to understand why the club would consider allowing him to leave for a fee that they consider modest.
City originally paid around £60 million to sign Rodri from Atletico Madrid. The midfielder has since developed into one of the most influential players in world football.
For many supporters, his value to the team is therefore much greater than his potential transfer fee.
Barcelona’s financial situation becomes a major talking point
The Barcelona angle also produced plenty of sarcasm from City supporters.
One fan labelled the Catalan giants “Brokelona”, joking about Barcelona’s well-documented financial difficulties.
That reaction reflects the frustration of supporters who do not want to see Barcelona negotiate a bargain deal for one of City’s biggest stars.
The situation is particularly interesting because Barcelona’s first proposal was reportedly worth approximately £40 million.
City rejected that offer and are demanding more than £60 million.
According to the latest reports, Barcelona are willing to reach approximately £60 million through a structure involving around £55 million initially and at least another £5 million in add-ons.
For some City fans, however, even that figure does not feel particularly impressive.
One supporter questioned the valuation directly, while another simply called the situation “Bullshit.”
Some fans already believe the deal is happening
Not every reaction was focused on the valuation.
There was also a sense among some supporters that the transfer could now be moving towards an inevitable conclusion.
One fan’s response was simply:
“Done deal.”
That two-word reaction captured the pessimism among supporters who appear to believe that Barcelona’s willingness to approach City’s valuation could eventually force the situation towards a transfer.
Barcelona have not abandoned their pursuit after City’s rejection of the initial proposal. The Catalan club is expected to consider an improved offer.
City’s position is also significant.
The club reportedly does not want to sell Rodri and would prefer to agree a new contract with him. However, if the midfielder asks to leave, City would not stand in his way.
That distinction could become crucial in the coming days.
“Cowards” and anger from the City fanbase
Some supporters responded with outright anger.
One fan described the situation as being driven by “Cowards”, while another used much stronger language to criticise Barcelona’s approach.
Although social media reactions are naturally emotional, they demonstrate how strongly City supporters feel about Rodri.
For many fans, this is not simply another transfer story.
Rodri represents the midfield platform that allowed Manchester City to dominate games for years.
His importance became particularly obvious whenever he was unavailable.
The midfielder’s ability to control games has made him almost impossible to replace directly.
That is why the idea of losing him for £60 million is so uncomfortable for supporters.
Can Elliot Anderson replace Rodri?
Manchester City have already added Elliot Anderson to their midfield options, but the possibility of Rodri leaving would create enormous pressure on the England international.
Anderson could develop into an important player for City, although the two midfielders have different profiles.
Anderson is more of a box-to-box midfielder, whereas Rodri has become an exceptional controller of matches.
That difference is important.
Replacing Rodri would not simply mean finding another defensive midfielder.
Manchester City would need someone capable of receiving the ball under pressure, controlling possession, setting the rhythm of attacks and protecting the defence.
That is why supporters remain concerned.
The appointment of Enzo Maresca as City’s new head coach adds another layer to the situation. Maresca succeeded Pep Guardiola in June 2026, and losing Rodri during the early stages of his tenure would represent a huge challenge for the new manager.
A bigger transfer fee may be demanded
The reactions also reveal a clear message from supporters: if Rodri is going to leave, City should not make it easy.
The “65+5” suggestion from one fan shows the kind of figure some supporters would prefer to see.
Given Rodri’s importance, there is an argument that City should either demand a significant premium or keep him for the final year of his contract.
Some observers have questioned the logic of selling Rodri for £40-50 million and suggested City could be better off keeping him for another season, even if that meant eventually losing him for nothing.
For City fans, that argument will resonate.
A £60 million transfer fee might look substantial in isolation, but replacing an elite midfielder could cost significantly more.
The Rodri situation is far from straightforward
For now, Barcelona’s pursuit remains one of the biggest transfer stories surrounding Manchester City.
The initial offer was rejected, but Barcelona are reportedly prepared to return with an improved proposal.
City’s preference remains clear: keep Rodri and negotiate a new contract.
However, the player’s wishes could ultimately determine what happens next.
That uncertainty explains the divided reaction from supporters.
Some are already preparing themselves for his departure. Others are furious at the thought of Barcelona securing him for what they consider a relatively modest price.
And some simply want City to stand firm.
The message from the reaction to the City Xtra post is therefore difficult to miss.
If Rodri leaves, Manchester City fans want the club to receive a fee that properly reflects his importance.
For a player who has been at the heart of City’s midfield dominance, £60 million still feels too low to many supporters.
And if Barcelona really are prepared to meet that figure, the pressure will now be on City, Rodri and Maresca to decide whether the midfielder’s future belongs at the Etihad or in Barcelona.
