Barcelona Refuse to Back Down as Manchester City Rejects Two Rodri Offers

Barcelona are preparing to make a third approach for Manchester City midfielder Rodri as negotiations over the Spain international’s potential transfer enter another stage.

The Catalan club has already had two proposals rejected, with offers valued at €50 million and €60 million failing to convince Manchester City to approve a deal.

Despite the setbacks, Barcelona remain confident that an agreement can eventually be reached.

Two Offers Rejected by Manchester City

Barcelona’s opening €50 million package was turned down before the club returned with an improved €60 million proposal.

City also rejected the second offer, maintaining a valuation believed to be around €80 million for the midfielder.

The gap between the two clubs has therefore become the central issue in negotiations, with Barcelona now considering a figure that could bridge the difference.

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Third Proposal Expected Soon

Transfer specialist Fabrizio Romano reported on Friday that Barcelona are preparing to return to Manchester City with another offer for Rodri.

According to Romano, direct negotiations between the clubs will continue, with the next Barcelona proposal expected to fall somewhere between their previous €60 million bid and City’s reported €80 million asking price.

Barcelona Maintain Confidence

Despite the rejection of their first two bids, Barcelona have not abandoned their pursuit of Rodri.

The club reportedly remains optimistic about completing the transfer and is prepared to continue negotiating rather than end discussions.

The Spanish giants see further talks as an opportunity to find a valuation acceptable to both sides, particularly as neither club appears to have completely closed the door on an agreement.

Decisive Days Ahead

The next round of negotiations could determine whether Barcelona can finally make progress on the deal.

Much will depend on how far the Catalan club is willing to move from its €60 million offer and whether Manchester City is prepared to lower its reported €80 million valuation.

For now, direct discussions remain ongoing, with Barcelona expected to make another attempt to bring Rodri closer to a move to Catalonia.