It’s that time of the year again – the transfer window is now open until September 1 and it’s sure to be a busy period with clubs looking to make big signings ahead of next season. Here are today’s latest developments from Simon Jones and the Daily Mail Sport team…Rodri sets sights on BarcaRodri has informed Real Madrid that he wishes to join Barcelona.The Spanish champions are now in official contact with Manchester City to try and agree a fee though their initial proposal is understood to be closer to £40million, below their valuation.His representatives say out of respect to Madrid who were ‘class in their approach’, they were informed that the 30-year-old’s preference is to link up with Hansi Flick’s squad. Rodri has informed Real Madrid that he wishes to join BarcelonaAtletico Madrid are also progressing in their move for Tottenham captain Cristian Romero. Click below for all the transfer developments over the last few days…THURSDAY: Man City target new goalkeeper after James Trafford saleWEDNESDAY: Aston Villa braced for fresh Arsenal bid to sign Ezri Konsa TUESDAY: Man City step up chase for Chelsea’s Pedro NetoMONDAY: Newcastle reject Arsenal bid for Bruno GuimaraesSUNDAY: Chelsea seal deal for England’s Argentine nemesisSATURDAY: Man United star becomes target for Spanish clubFRIDAY: Newcastle agree deal for goalkeeper Lukas Hornicek