The file on the future of Spaniard Rodri witnessed a surprising development during the past hours, after the Manchester City star decided his final position, and informed the Real Madrid management of his desire to move to Barcelona during the current summer transfer market, in an unexpected step after months of his name being linked to the Royal Club.
According to what journalist Fabrice Hawkins revealed, Rodri informed Real Madrid officials of his final decision, and also notified the Manchester City management of his desire to have a new experience with the Barcelona shirt, Confirming that the Catalan club represents his first choice in the next stage.
The report added that Manchester City does not intend to obstruct the player’s desire, and expressed its readiness to agree to his departure, provided that he obtains a financial compensation ranging between 60 and 70 million euros.
This transformation is considered a major surprise in the transfer market, after most reports during the past months indicated that Real Madrid was the closest destination for the player, before Rodri changed his position and gave priority to the transfer. To the traditional rival of the Royal Club.
Football circles are now waiting for an official move by Barcelona to open the door to negotiations with Manchester City, in order to reach a final agreement, in a deal that may become one of the most prominent deals in the summer Mercato if the Catalan club succeeds in resolving it.