I dont buy any of this "why would he agree to joining when he would be Rodris backup?". He is not a 21 year old supertalent with his whole career infront of him who can pick and choose between any top club in the world, he is a 28y midfielder playing for Fulham. Joining a team that won the treble last season is very much a once in a lifetime opportunity for someone that is in his position. I think some here are seriously underestimating Citys pull if they think Fulham players wont join unless they are guaranteed starters.
Someone on a similar level of the likes of FDJ, Barella, Valverde. Or at least someone with some real potential to reach that level in a not so distant future. We are the Champions League winners, if we let one of our best players leave we should aim to bring in a world class replacement, in my opinion.