Rodri is set to complete a move to Barcelona after Manchester City accepted a bid of £65.4 million. The 30-year-old World Cup winner entered the final year of his contract at City. He made it clear he wanted the opportunity to move to Barcelona.
City were reluctant sellers but had little choice with Rodri out of contract next summer. They had already rejected Barcelona’s initial bid of around £60 million last week. They also turned down an earlier offer of £45 million. But they have now accepted the latest bid.
City manager Enzo Maresca called Rodri a top player. He said all teams need him. But City have been unable to persuade him to stay and sign a new contract.
Rodri spent seven seasons with City. He won the Premier League four times. He scored the only goal in the 2023 Champions League final against Inter. He won the Ballon d’Or in 2024. But he missed most of the 2024-25 campaign with a knee injury.
City have already made major changes in midfield this summer. They spent £116 million on Elliot Anderson. They also agreed to sell Tijjani Reijnders. They are now ready to sign Lille’s Ayyoub Bouaddi. The teenager impressed at the World Cup. City want him available for this season, not on loan.
Rodri Transfer: Why Rodri Chose Barcelona Over Real Madrid
Barcelona have reached an agreement with Manchester City to sign Spain midfielder Rodri. The deal is worth up to €76.5 million. The Catalan club will pay an initial €60 million, with the rest coming through performance-related add-ons. At least €71.5 million is expected to be paid.
Rodri had attracted interest from several top clubs, including Real Madrid. He opted for Barcelona instead. This marks his return to La Liga after establishing himself as one of the best midfielders in the world at Manchester City.
Rodri will soon sign a four-year contract with Barcelona for about £65.4 million. The club thinks his great skills and smart play will make their midfield much stronger.
The move will reunite Rodri with several Spain internationals already at Barcelona. These include Pedri, Gavi, Dani Olmo, Joan Garcia, Eric Garcia, Lamine Yamal, and Pau Cubarsi. His relationship with Pedri and Gavi could be key as Barcelona build a midfield capable of controlling possession.
The transfer is a major statement from Barcelona. Spending over €71.5 million on a player in the final year of his contract shows how highly they value him. For Manchester City, the deal represents a big return for a player who played a central role in their success. Rodri will now look to add more trophies to his collection at Camp Nou.
Barcelona Agrees to €76.5M Deal to Sign Rodri
Barcelona have reached an agreement with Manchester City for Rodri after 10 days of negotiations. They have agreed to pay a guaranteed €60 million for the Spain international. The deal also includes €11 million in relatively achievable bonuses. Another €5.5 million is tied to more difficult objectives. If every bonus is triggered, the total transfer fee will rise to €76.5 million.
The two clubs began talks with a considerable gap. Barcelona’s opening proposal was €45 million plus €10 million in add-ons. Manchester City initially demanded around €90 million. Barcelona improved their offer five times while City gradually lowered their asking price.
Rodri is set to receive a significant salary increase. He will reportedly earn around €15 million net per season. At Manchester City, he was earning approximately €11 million.
Rodri is expected to arrive in Barcelona on Monday to complete the remaining formalities. Barcelona want to finalize the process quickly. Their plan is for Rodri to be presented to the fans at the Joan Gamper Trophy on Wednesday.
FAQs
Q. Why did Rodri choose Barcelona?
A. Rodri wanted the opportunity to return to La Liga with Barcelona.
Q. How much will Barcelona pay for Rodri?
A. Barcelona will pay up to €76.5 million.
Q. Did Real Madrid also want Rodri?
A. Yes. Real Madrid was also interested in signing him.
Q. How long is Rodri’s Barcelona contract?
A. Rodri is expected to sign a four-year contract.
Q. How much will Rodri reportedly earn at Barcelona?
A. Rodri will reportedly earn around €15 million net per season.
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