Manchester City rejects Barcelona's first offer for Rodri

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Rodri, a 30-year-old Spanish midfielder, remains the main target for Barcelona in this summer market. On Friday, Manchester City rejected the first formal proposal from the Blaugrana, valued at €45 million fixed plus €5 million in variables, but negotiations between the two clubs continue as Barcelona prepares a new offer.

The deal is still on the table because the Catalan club is aware of the player's willingness to return to Spain. The City, however, maintains a firm stance in the negotiations despite being aware of Rodri's desire for a new challenge away from the Etihad Stadium.

Manchester City rejects the first offer for Rodri

Barcelona's initial move was not enough. Joan Laporta's side presented an offer of €50 million between fixed amount and variables, which Manchester City immediately rejected as undervaluing the Spanish international.

Despite the rejection, discussions between both clubs remain ongoing. Barcelona is in direct contact with City and is working on a new financial formula to bridge the gap in the coming days.

Rodri's contractual situation also impacts the negotiation. The midfielder is entering the final year of his contract with Manchester City, giving Barcelona room to push forward with the deal, although the English club continues to insist on a valuation higher than the initial offer received.

Rodri maintains his desire to return to Spain

One factor keeping the negotiation alive is the player's stance. Various reports indicate that Rodri has already expressed his wish to return to Spanish football, a circumstance City has been aware of for weeks.

Barcelona believes the player's wish could be crucial in the final phase of the negotiation. Also, coach Hansi Flick has held talks with the midfielder to outline the team's sporting project and his role within the squad.

Although Rodri was linked with Real Madrid for much of the summer, negotiations between the Madrid club and the player faded, allowing Barcelona to gain ground in the race for the Spanish international.

Barcelona prepares a new offensive

Barcelona's strategy now involves improving the rejected offer. The Blaugrana are considering increasing both the fixed amount and incentives to approach Manchester City's economic demands, which remain close to £60 million (around €70 million).

The upcoming discussions between the two clubs will be crucial. If Barcelona can meet City's economic expectations, Rodri's desire to return to Spain could aid in concluding one of the most significant operations of this summer transfer window.

This news is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, El Manchester City rechaza la primera oferta del Barcelona por Rodri