Barcelona reached the finish line for the Rodri - Moretto transfer

Barcelona are in the final stages of negotiations with Manchester City over the transfer of central midfielder Rodri. As journalist Matteo Moretto reports, the parties have made significant progress in negotiations, and the Catalan club expects to complete the operation in the next few hours. The total value of the deal is expected to exceed €70 million, including bonus payments. Barcelona are keen to complete the transfer as soon as possible so that the Spanish midfielder can join the team before the start of the new season. According to the source, Rodri himself has already agreed to the terms of a personal contract with the Catalans. The agreement will be for four years. Barcelona are also keen to feature the 30-year-old during next week's traditional Joan Gamper Trophy. It is within the framework of this event that the club is planning an official presentation of the lineup for the new season. Rhodri became one of the main heroes of the 2026 World Cup, receiving the award for the best player of the tournament. Now the Ballon d'Or winner can continue his career at Barcelona by returning to La Liga.