Man City Set £70m Rodri Asking Price as Barcelona Prepare New Bid
Manchester City have reportedly raised their asking price for Rodri as Barcelona continue their attempts to sign the Spain midfielder this summer.
Barcelona are understood to be preparing an improved proposal after their previous offer fell short of City’s valuation. The Catalan club’s latest proposal could reportedly reach around £60 million including add-ons, but City are said to want a package worth at least £70 million before considering a transfer.
Rodri has emerged as a major target for Barcelona as the Spanish club look to strengthen their midfield. The 30-year-old is also believed to favour a move to Barcelona after previously being linked with Real Madrid.
Barcelona face a bigger Rodri transfer demand
Manchester City’s position has become increasingly clear: they will not allow Rodri to leave for a cut-price fee.
Barcelona’s reported initial offer was rejected, with City placing a significantly higher valuation on the midfielder. The Premier League club are aware that Rodri has only one year remaining on his current contract, but they still want a substantial transfer fee if he departs this summer.
The Spanish midfielder remains one of City’s most important players, making negotiations particularly complicated.
Rodri prefers Barcelona move
Rodri’s future has attracted considerable attention after both Barcelona and Real Madrid showed interest in bringing him back to Spain.
The midfielder is reportedly leaning towards Barcelona, with personal terms said to be an important factor in the negotiations. However, the transfer cannot be completed unless the two clubs reach an agreement over the fee.
Barcelona therefore face a crucial decision over whether to meet City’s valuation or continue negotiations in an attempt to reduce the asking price.
Manchester City must consider replacement
City would also need to assess their midfield options if Rodri completes a move to Barcelona.
The club have already been active in strengthening the squad and are reportedly considering further midfield additions. Rodri’s potential departure would nevertheless leave a significant gap given his importance to City’s style of play.
For now, the transfer remains dependent on Barcelona improving their offer and satisfying Manchester City’s financial demands.
The latest development is that City are reportedly seeking around £70 million for Rodri, putting pressure on Barcelona to decide how far they are prepared to go to secure one of their biggest summer targets.
The transfer situation remains subject to negotiations between the clubs and could change as the summer window develops.
