Rodri exit looms: City eye replacements

With Rodri linked to Spain, Man City face a midfield overhaul.

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What happened. Manchester City rejected a £38.5m bid from Barcelona for Rodri, who is in the final year of his contract and linked with a move to Spain.

• Rodri, 30, is a World Cup-winning captain and Ballon d'Or winner.
• City have held talks for Bouaddi, estimated to cost £85m.
• Bouaddi is a deep-lying midfielder similar to Rodri.

Maresca may need to find a replacement if Rodri leaves, with Bouaddi a leading candidate.

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