Is Rodri going to Barcelona? How Man City star's proposed Real Madrid transfer has taken shocking twist

The rivalry between Real Madrid and Barcelona may be fierce on the field, but the battle between the Clasico foes now extends to signing Spain's best midfielder.

The call from Hansi Flick that convinced Rodri to sign for Barcelona and forget about Real Madrid  MARCA

With the Ballon d'Or winner entering the final year of his deal at Manchester City, Barca could swoop in for an $80 million fee

According to a BBC Sport report, Manchester City midfielder Rodri is facing one of the biggest decisions of his career, with both Real Madrid and Barcelona ready to pounce if he decides against extending his stay at the Etihad Stadium.

Manchester City and Spain midfielder Rodri has reportedly given the green light to a move to Barcelona this summer, in a major development in the transfer race for the 30-year-old.

Rodri Agrees To Join FC Barcelona and snubs Real Madrid  Forbes

Midfielder Rodri may have a huge decision to make this summer on whether to join Real Madrid or Barcelona, should he decide to leave Manchester City.

Manchester City will have to fend off both Barcelona and Real Madrid if they want to keep Rodri for at least another year at the Etihad

Real Madrid move for Rodri in jeopardy as rivals launch transfer hijack  talkSPORT

The World Cup's best player looks to be changing clubs. But would a move to Catalonia rather than Madrid make more sense?

New 2026–27 La Liga Rules: How Barcelona, Real Madrid Will Be Affected  Sports Illustrated

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