Barcelona Launch Late Bid To Snatch Rodri from Real Madrid

Barcelona have entered the race to sign Manchester City midfielder Rodri, setting up a potential transfer tussle with rivals Real Madrid, according to reports in Spain.
Spanish outlet AS claims the Spain international, who helped his country win the 2026 FIFA World Cup, had been expected to join Real Madrid this summer.
However, Barcelona have now expressed interest in the 30-year-old and are attempting to hijack Los Blancos’ pursuit of one of Europe’s most highly rated midfielders.
The report adds that the final decision will rest with Rodri, who must choose between Spain’s two biggest clubs should an agreement be reached with Manchester City.
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