Reports say That Manchester City Would Not Consider a Cut-Price Sale

Why City can hold firm

This stance makes sense. Rodri is not just another senior player in Pep Guardiola’s squad; he is the midfielder who gives City control, rhythm and defensive balance.

• City’s valuation is the first big signal.
• It says Rodri is viewed as a core piece, not a market opportunity.
• It also raises the cost of any approach from abroad.

For clubs chasing elite midfielders, the problem is simple: there are very few players who can screen a defence, dictate tempo and stay calm under pressure at the top end of the game. Replacing that profile is rarely straightforward.

Why the interest will not go away

The interest from Barcelona and Real Madrid is easy to understand. Both clubs are drawn to midfielders who can control matches rather than merely survive them.

• Barcelona have long valued technical security in central areas.
• Real Madrid continue to think in terms of succession and midfield balance.
• Another report says Barcelona had a bid rejected already.

That last detail matters because it suggests admiration has moved beyond vague scouting interest. Still, no specific move is confirmed, and City’s position appears firm.

The market message

A price point above €70 million is not just a valuation; it is a deterrent. It tells rivals that Manchester City are under no obvious pressure to negotiate and that any deal would need to feel exceptional.

The next step is whether one of Spain’s heavyweights turns admiration into a serious offer. Until then, this looks like one of the window’s biggest stories to watch - especially if Barcelona or Real Madrid decide to push City harder before the deadline.