Barcelona lead Rodri chase but City demand £60m+

Barcelona have jumped ahead in the race for Rodri after Real Madrid talks collapsed, but a fee gap remains.

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What happened. Barcelona have had an opening bid of £38.5m for Rodri rejected by Manchester City, who value the midfielder at more than £60m. Barcelona are now leading the race after Real Madrid talks ended.

• Rodri is in the final year of his City contract.
• He is currently out after back surgery last month.
• City are seeking a replacement, with Ayyoub Bouaddi a target.

Barcelona must bridge the valuation gap to secure Rodri, with City aiming for a swift resolution.

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