Barcelona close in on Rodri after midfielder rejects Real Madrid

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.
According to journalist Gerard Romero of Jijantes FC, Rodri has said ‘yes’ to joining the Catalan giants, paving the way for Barcelona to begin negotiations to complete the transfer.
Rodri had been strongly linked with a move to Real Madrid, with the Spanish giants reportedly having agreed personal terms with the midfielder and holding discussions with Manchester City over a potential deal.
However, delays in reaching an agreement are understood to have opened the door for Barcelona, who have moved quickl...