Overview
- Barcelona has submitted a third proposal reported at about €70 million including bonuses as talks continue with Manchester City.
- Manchester City rejected two earlier offers near €50 million and roughly €60 million, and has not announced any agreement.
- Rodri has given his approval to a move and has trained separately in Manchester while discussing his future with coach Enzo Maresca.
- Rodri is the 2024 Ballon d'Or winner and has one year left on his City contract, a mix of elite form and limited time that shapes City’s negotiation stance.
- Separately Real Madrid, Barcelona and Atlético remain linked to AZ Alkmaar midfielder Kees Smit for around €60 million with Jorge Mendes reported to be handling the player's future.