Barcelona submit opening offer for Man City midfield star and set their price limit

Barcelona submit opening offer for Man City midfield star and set their price limit FC Barcelona are wasting no time in their pursuit of Rodri. After receiving the player’s approval, the Catalan club has already opened talks with Manchester City in an effort to complete the deal as quickly as possible. Now, according to SPORT , Barça have submitted an opening proposal worth €45 million plus €10 million in add-ons, although the offer has already been rejected by the Premier League champions. The Cityzens have maintained the same valuation they previously communicated to Real Madrid, setting their asking price at €65 million, though there remains room for negotiation. One factor that could prove decisive is Rodri himself. Given the influence he has earned during his time at the club, the midfielder is expected to play an active role in the discussions, with all parties hoping an agreement can be reached that allows him to leave on good terms. Barça’s strategy is clear Barcelona are moving swiftly. (Photo by Angel Martinez/Getty Images) Barcelona believe they are negotiating from a strong position. Rodri has just one year remaining on his contract and has already agreed to join the Blaugrana , meaning the club sees little risk of a bidding war developing. For that reason, Barça have no intention of paying what they consider an excessive transfer fee. During the first conversations, Rodri’s representatives informed Barcelona that City were targeting €65 million. But both sides are now working together on a strategy aimed at convincing the English club that reaching an agreement sooner rather than later is in everyone’s best interest. A firm limit on the transfer fee Barcelona have already established a ceiling for the deal. The club will not exceed €50 million in fixed fee under any circumstances. Talks progressing. (Photo by Lars Baron/Getty Images) Beyond that figure, they are prepared to include performance-related bonuses that could take the overall package close to €60 million, a valuation they believe fairly reflects Rodri’s contractual situation while also coming close to City’s demands. Relations between the two clubs remain positive, and there is optimism that significant progress could be made over the weekend. Personal terms already taking shape As for the player himself, Barcelona had a clear understanding of Rodri’s salary expectations before negotiations began. The midfielder is among Manchester City’s highest earners and had already received a contract renewal offer from the Premier League club. Working from those figures, Barça have reached a preliminary agreement on a four-year contract , with confidence growing on all sides that the transfer can be completed. Within the club there is increasing belief that signing Rodri would become one of the biggest coups of the summer, particularly after overtaking Real Madrid in the race within the space of just 24 hours.