Contract uncertainty fuels Madrid interest
Manchester City midfielder Rodri is reportedly closing in on a €50m move to Real Madrid, with the Spanish giants confident of sealing a bargain deal. The 30-year-old Spain international enters the final year of his contract at the Etihad, making a cut-price transfer increasingly likely.
According to AS, Real Madrid believe they can land Rodri for between €40-50m. Their report goes further, suggesting a solution could be found within 24 hours. Things appear to be moving quickly.
Mourinho's rebuild takes shape
New Madrid boss Jose Mourinho values experienced winners in his squad. Rodri fits that profile perfectly — a potential arrival as a World Cup winner with Spain, joining recent signings Bernardo Silva, Marc Cucurella, Ibrahima Konate, and Denzel Dumfries.
Rodri scored 28 goals in 298 appearances for City. He leaves behind four Premier League titles and a Champions League trophy. A decent return.
If he goes, Elliot Anderson — signed from Nottingham Forest this summer — could step into the midfield role. The Blues will hope he adapts quickly.