Barca Eye Man City Star Rodri

Barcelona is actively exploring the possibility of signing Manchester City midfielder Rodri. The 30-year-old player is currently in the final year of his contract with City, and both Barcelona and Real Madrid have shown interest in securing his services. Sources indicate that Barcelona has held preliminary discussions with Rodri's representatives regarding a potential transfer. The prospect of joining Barcelona appeals to Rodri due to the club's footballing style and the opportunity to reunite with eight members of Spain's World Cup-winning squad. This potential move by Barcelona comes at a time when midfielder Frenkie de Jong is expected to be out for an extended period due to injury. The club would need to manage player sales to meet financial regulations and create space for a new signing.

Rodri has expressed a desire to play in La Liga again during his career, though he has also acknowledged the appeal of Real Madrid. He played a crucial role in Spain's 2026 World Cup victory and was named player of the tournament for Spain's 2024 European Championship win. Since joining Manchester City in 2019, Rodri has achieved significant success, including four Premier League titles and a Champions League title in 2023, where he scored the winning goal. He has made 298 appearances for the club, contributing 28 goals and 32 assists.