FC Barcelona has firmly rejected any attempts to negotiate the transfer of their Spanish player Pedri, despite one of the Premier League giants making an offer of 200 million euros, according to "Fichajes".

The site explained that Manchester City, under the leadership of Pep Guardiola, sought to sign Pedri to strengthen their midfield and make him the most expensive deal in the club's history, especially with the imminent departure of Bernardo Silva, making the Spanish player the natural heir to lead playmaking.

The report indicated that Hans Flick, the coach of Barcelona, was one of the main opponents of any move that might weaken the team's backbone, considering the 23-year-old Pedri as the main driving force behind the club's project to regain its status in Europe.

The same source added that Barcelona has strong legal protection through a player contract termination clause worth one billion euros, in addition to a contract extending until the summer of 2030, which reduces the chances for any club to negotiate directly.

The report confirmed that the Catalan club's decision reflects its commitment to its sporting identity and its desire to retain its star player, ensuring the continuation of the distinctive playing style beloved by its fans, and maintaining the strength of the team's midfield during the current season.