Overview
- Reports this week say Rodri’s move to Barcelona is in advanced stages, prompting Manchester City to urgently reshuffle their midfield plans.
- City have internally listed Liverpool midfielder Alexis Mac Allister as a contingency option but have not contacted Liverpool or made any formal approach.
- Manchester City have already signed Elliot Anderson and are in advanced talks for Lille teen Ayyoub Bouaddi as they balance immediate needs with long‑term rebuilding.
- Enzo Fernández remains an identified target but carries a reported asking price near £120 million that City regard as potentially prohibitive.
- Any attempt to buy Mac Allister would face sporting and contractual barriers because he has around two years left on his Liverpool deal and selling to a direct rival would likely require a premium offer.