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Rodri Picks Barcelona, City Sets €80 Million Price

8/7/2026

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Summary

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Rodri has chosen to join FC Barcelona rather than Real Madrid.
Manchester City says it will only sell Rodri for at least £60 million, valuing him up to €80 million, after Barcelona offered €45 million.
Rodri signed personal terms for a four-year deal worth about €30 million per year.
Hansi Flick’s call and Spain teammates’ support persuaded Rodri to choose Barcelona, prompting negotiations to continue while talks with Real Madrid have ended.

History

Historical Context

In July 2000, Luís Figo left Barcelona for Real Madrid for a world-record €62 million fee, provoking hostile fan reactions and launching Florentino Pérez’s Galáctico era. The move created a precedent for Spanish giants offering massive contracts, a pattern echoed in 2024 when midfielder Rodri chose Barcelona over Manchester City and Real Madrid. The legacy shows lucrative offers and personal ties can outweigh financial incentives.

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Story summary

Rodri has chosen to join FC Barcelona rather than Real Madrid.
Manchester City says it will only sell Rodri for at least £60 million, valuing him up to €80 million, after Barcelona offered €45 million.
Rodri signed personal terms for a four-year deal worth about €30 million per year.
Hansi Flick’s call and Spain teammates’ support persuaded Rodri to choose Barcelona, prompting negotiations to continue while talks with Real Madrid have ended.

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