Barcelona set 48-hour deadline to complete Rodri signing from Manchester City

Barcelona set 48-hour deadline to complete Rodri signing from Manchester City Barcelona have set a 48-hour deadline to complete the signing of Rodri from Manchester City, per Spanish outlet Sport .  The Blaugrana plan to unveil Rodri as the biggest star at the team’s presentation during the Joan Gamper Trophy.  The two European clubs have been locked in negotiations, but those talks haven’t produced a breakthrough yet.  Barcelona’s latest offer of €60 million plus €10m in add-ons for the 30-year-old was turned down by City.  The Premier League giants continue to demand €80m to let their prized asset leave this summer.  Their figure is considered exorbitant by Barcelona, with the player having only a year left on his contract at the Etihad Stadium.  Rodri is widely regarded as one of the best midfielders in the world.  The former Atletico Madrid star was instrumental in Spain’s 2026 World Cup triumph. He featured in all eight games for his country and was awarded the tournament’s Golden Ball for his excellent performances.  City rate him highly, but the midfielder has made it clear he wants a return to Spain.  The Citizens are looking to sign Enzo Fernandez to replace Rodri, but Chelsea value him at €140m.  Given they have already spent €136m to bring in Elliot Anderson, the Manchester club will likely try to negotiate a lower fee for Fernandez.  Stats from Transfermarkt