According to Mundo Deportivo, Barcelona’s position regarding Manchester City midfielder Rodri is straightforward: they are waiting to see whether the Spaniard changes his stance.

Until now, the club has believed the 30-year-old is focused on joining Real Madrid, which has led them not to seriously consider making a move.

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Despite speculation suggesting the Blaugrana are now leading the race, their current priority remains signing a striker, with Julian Alvarez continuing to top their shortlist.

Rodri Remains an Attractive Option

That said, if Rodri were to become genuinely attainable, Barcelona would seriously consider entering the race, especially in light of the injury to Frenkie de Jong.

The Catalan club values his quality, experience, and leadership, even though strengthening the midfield is not currently Hansi Flick’s main focus, as the coach clarified after the club’s training camp in England.

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Barcelona would be open to exploring a move either this summer or next year, when Rodri’s contract is set to expire on June 30, 2027, allowing him to leave as a free agent.

The Ball is in Rodri’s Court

Whether Barcelona’s interest develops relies almost entirely on the player himself.

If Rodri were to inform the club that he prefers Barcelona over Real Madrid, the situation would change significantly and a genuine operation could begin.

Any deal, however, would still be expensive given Rodri’s status and Manchester City’s demands, with reports suggesting a transfer fee in the region of €60-65 million.

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Barcelona Awaiting a Clear Signal

Barcelona’s message regarding Rodri has been consistent.

“People say he wants to go to Madrid, and you can’t think about signing him if he hasn’t made it clear that he wants Barcelona. Until he decides he wants to follow that path at Camp Nou, there’s nothing serious to discuss,” a source told MD.

In essence, Barcelona believes the next move lies completely with Rodri, while their focus remains on a move for Alvarez.

For now, the Catalan club stays in a wait-and-see mode, with any serious move dependent first on a clear signal from the player himself.