Real Madrid put forward a £100m offer for Rodri; talks started with Manchester City
Real Madrid is going to give a big offer of £100m to buy Manchester City midfielder Rodri. Real Madrid is taking this step when big players in their midfield have left and they want to strengthen the squad.
Real Madrid wants Rodri, Toni Kroos’ replacement.
Real Madrid is ready to give a record-breaking offer.
Real Madrid has made 29-year-old Rodri the biggest target of their midfield. After the retirement of Toni Kroos, it has become necessary for Madrid to buy Rodri. According to media reports, Real Madrid will very soon send an official offer of £100m to Manchester City, which is very big for the club.
Manchester City’s opinion and Rodri’s contract
Rodri’s contract with Manchester City is still till 2027. City management wants Rodri to extend his contract, but no agreement has been reached yet. If Rodri does not sign a new contract, City can sell him this year so that they do not lose him unnecessarily next year.
Real Madrid needs a big midfielder.
After the departure of Kroos and Luka Modric, Real Madrid manager Xabi Alonso made it clear that the team needs a controlling midfielder. Rodri is considered a perfect fit for them. Only if the deal with Rodri is not finalized, Madrid will look for another player.
The offer includes not just money, but players too.
Main details of the deal
Media reports say that Real Madrid’s offer is not just about money but can also be a players-plus-cash deal. The names of Eduardo Camavinga and Rodrygo Goes have also come up. But Manchester City wants to keep Rodri in the squad.
Pep Guardiola’s answer
Rodri is a very important player for Pep Guardiola. City management does not want to leave him, no matter how hard Real Madrid tries.
Rodri’s Career Journey and Honors
- Rodri joined Manchester City in 2019.
- He has also won several Premier League titles and the 2024 Ballon d’Or.
- He is renowned for his tactical intelligence, passing accuracy, and leadership.
What will happen next? Transfer Window Updates
Talks are going on between Real Madrid and Manchester City. The final decision will be taken only after properly examining both the money and the players in the deal. City may possibly try to extend Rodri’s contract so that Real Madrid’s interest decreases.
Extra Background
Rodri was born in Madrid. He has also previously played for Atlético Madrid. He had said that it is an honor for him to join Real Madrid, but right now his loyalty is with City.