😮 Ballon d’Or winner coming?! Reports: Barca muscle in on Real deal | OneFootball

That comes as quite a surprise. Most recently, Ballon d’Or winner and world champion Rodri had repeatedly been linked with a move to Real Madrid. Real were said to be determined to sign him, but had so far not made an offer that Manchester City and the player would be satisfied with.

According to insiders ‘Gerard Romero’ and ‘Fabrice Hawkins’, Rodri has now decided against Los Blancos. The reason: Barca reportedly entered the transfer race and instead convinced the City star to move to the Catalans.

So Rodri is said to have chosen Barcelona and given the green light for the transfer. Even coach Hansi Flick is reportedly said to have been involved and convinced the player with his vision.

Now it apparently only remains to be seen whether the two clubs can agree on a transfer fee.

At the start of the summer, figures of around 60 to 70 million euros for the 30-year-old were making the rounds in the press. The midfield star’s contract with the Sky Blues in England runs until 2027.

What do you think? Are Rodri and Barca a perfect match? Feel free to write it in the comments!

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