Barcelona’s efforts to sign Rodri will not affect their pursuit of Julian Alvarez, with the two potential deals being treated as entirely separate by the club.
According to reporter Enric Canyellas, Barcelona have not abandoned their interest in Alvarez despite their reported focus on Rodri. The club’s position regarding the forward remains unchanged, and there is no indication that negotiations involving the Manchester City midfielder have altered their plans.
Canyellas stressed that any suggestion Rodri’s potential arrival could prevent Alvarez from joining Barcelona would be incorrect. The two situations have no bearing on one another, with the club considering each negotiation independently.
Barcelona’s interest in Alvarez therefore remains firm. However, Canyellas said he could not confirm whether Atletico Madrid have changed their stance from the position they previously held regarding the player.
The report does not provide any confirmation that either deal is close to completion. Instead, it makes clear that Barcelona’s interest in Rodri should not be interpreted as a decision to end their pursuit of Alvarez.
The distinction is significant because the two possible transfers have been linked in discussion around Barcelona’s recruitment plans. Canyellas’ information indicates that such a connection does not reflect the club’s position: progress, or a lack of progress, in the Rodri talks will not determine what happens with Alvarez.
Barcelona’s continued interest in Alvarez also does not mean Atletico Madrid have agreed to a transfer. The Spanish club’s current position has not been clarified, and the reporter was unable to say whether it differs from their previous stance.
The latest update therefore leaves the situation unchanged on the Alvarez front. Barcelona remain interested, while the status of Atletico Madrid’s position is still uncertain. At the same time, talks involving Rodri are being handled as a separate matter rather than as an alternative that would replace the pursuit of Alvarez.
Discussion among supporters has reflected the uncertainty surrounding both issues. Some questioned whether Barcelona could afford a release clause and suggested the club should instead consider other options, including strengthening at centre-back. Others urged the club not to allow Rodri to leave, while another view was that Barcelona did not need the midfielder.
There were also comments expressing surprise at the possibility of Barcelona spending money, given concerns about the club’s financial position. Other supporters responded more positively to the prospect of new signings.
For now, however, the central message from Canyellas is clear: Barcelona’s interest in Julian Alvarez remains active, and the Rodri negotiations have not changed it.
