Barcelona decides to sign Rodrygo and will have to pay more than €100 million to Real Madrid

Barcelona have set their sights on signing Real Madrid forward Rodrygo, but the operation hinges on a number of complex factors, including a potential transfer fee of more than €100 million, according to reports from UOL Esporte and transfer expert Fabrizio Romano.

The Catalan club has already initiated contact with the Brazilian international, who is reportedly open to a change of scenery after falling down the pecking order under new Madrid manager Xabi Alonso. However, the rivalry between the two Spanish giants and Barcelona’s financial constraints pose significant hurdles.

Real Madrid president Florentino Pérez is reluctant to negotiate with Barcelona, especially after the historic backlash from the infamous transfer of Luís Figo in 2000. That move, which saw Figo cross from Camp Nou to the Santiago Bernabéu, remains one of the most controversial in football history. Sources close to the club suggest Pérez would strongly prefer selling Rodrygo abroad rather than to a domestic rival.

Despite that, Barça’s interest is concrete. The Blaugrana believe Rodrygo could rejuvenate their attack and offer a dynamic, versatile option in a squad that continues to evolve post-Messi. The €100 million valuation reflects the high demand for the 24-year-old forward, who is also attracting interest from Arsenal, Liverpool, and Manchester City.

However, Barcelona’s financial situation makes an immediate purchase unlikely. The club is currently not in a position to meet Real Madrid’s asking price without major player sales. To fund the move, names like Ronald Araújo and Gavi have been floated as potential departures, but both players have expressed their desire to remain at the club.

Even if funds are raised, Barcelona would also need to ensure full compliance with La Liga’s financial fair play regulations to register Rodrygo or any new signing adding another layer of difficulty to the operation.

Rodrygo, who joined Real Madrid from Santos in 2019, has been a key figure in recent seasons but is now facing increased competition, particularly with the emergence of Arda Güler and the pending contract renewal of Brahim Díaz. His future at the Bernabéu remains uncertain, and while a Premier League move appears more realistic, Barcelona’s bold attempt to sign him could evolve into one of the summer’s major transfer sagas.