Rodri has said yes to Barcelona
Multiple reports on Thursday confirm Rodri has agreed personal terms with Barcelona (1) (5). Marca calls it a "bombazo", Rodri has given the 'yes' to Barça (5). Barcelona are now negotiating directly with City over the fee (1) (2). Your Ballon d'Or winner, the anchor of the Guardiola era, is pushing for the exit.
Barcelona moved after Madrid stalled
Real Madrid had been the frontrunner all summer but failed to close a deal. Barcelona swooped in. Rodri has told those close to him he is willing to discuss contract terms with the Catalan club (4). L'Équipe reports Barcelona have contacted both City and Rodri's representatives directly (2). The player reportedly snubbed Madrid after they couldn't reach an agreement.
City tracking Allsvenskan top scorer Robbie Ure
City and Chelsea are both in the picture for IK Sirius striker Robbie Ure (6). The 15-goal start in Sweden's top flight has put him on the radar. Fifteen goals in 15 appearances. That is the kind of output that makes scouts take a flight.
Fan reactions
The mood is grim. One fan summed it up: "Barcelona? Real Madrid? What about Manchester City?" Another pointed out an earlier COPE report claiming City offered Rodri to Barcelona for €60m at the start of the summer, rejected because the player had a Madrid agreement. Now the asking price is reportedly €80m. Meanwhile, James Trafford has completed his Leeds medical ahead of a £40m move, and Sam Lee has shut down the Pedro Neto links entirely, no approach from City at all. Read the Rodri discussion
