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Valencia Boss Albert Celades Confirms Rodrigo Talks with Barcelona

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Valencia manager Albert Celades confirmed on Tuesday that Barcelona are negotiating a move for striker Rodrigo Moreno.

Celades told reporters the Spanish champions are keen to bring in the 28-year-old before the transfer window closes on Friday.

"Rodrigo is a player who can make the difference, that's why Barcelona want him," he said. "We all know there are negotiations in progress and we're not going to hide it."

Barcelona president Josep Maria Bartomeu has said Rodrigo's name is "on the table" as the club look for cover for striker Luis Suarez, who has been ruled out for four months after undergoing knee surgery:

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