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By Tom Gott Barcelona are close to wrapping up the signing of Real Betis midfielder Guido Rodriguez this summer, a report has claimed. With Xavi committing to staying on as manager beyond this season, Barcelona officials can now focus on summer’s transfer plans, with a new defensive midfielder among the targets for the upcoming window. According to SPORT, progress has already been made in talks to lure Rodriguez over to Camp Nou on a free transfer. Rodriguez, 30, has long been admired by Barcelona and may finally get the chance to make the move this summer when he leaves Betis upon the expiry …

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