#Rodri
Rodri at Manchester City — the Ballon d'Or winner's influence on the midfield, injury updates, and tactical importance to the Citizens. In-depth coverage from Not Really Here.
World Cup offers first look at City's new midfield partnership
Elliot Anderson and Rodri have impressed at the 2026 World Cup, offering City fans a glimpse of a midfield partnership that could define next season.
13 July 2026
Rodri set for minor back surgery, expected to be fit for start of season
A new report from Spanish outlet Larazon claims Rodri will undergo minor back surgery and be fit for Manchester City's 2026-27 season start.
13 July 2026 Rodri's World Cup masterclass shows why City must secure his future
Rodri's dominant World Cup semi-final display for Spain against France highlights why Manchester City must extend his contract before it expires in 12 months.
15 July 2026
Real Madrid weighing up cut-price £50m Rodri bid as contract standoff continues
Real Madrid are considering a £50m bid for Rodri as his contract enters its final year with no resolution reached. City face a defining decision on their midfield linchpin.
24 July 2026
Rodri Leads Spain to Dominant World Cup Win Over Saudi Arabia
Rodri captained Spain to a commanding 4-0 victory over Saudi Arabia in the World Cup, with Lamine Yamal scoring after just 10 minutes.
21 June 2026 Atletico Madrid return for Rodri ruled out by Spanish journalist
Spanish journalist Rubén Uría has firmly denied reports linking Rodri with a return to Atletico Madrid, ruling out one of the more persistent strands of summer speculation.
1 July 2026 Rodri set to stay put as City look to avoid midfield exodus
Manchester City are expected to keep Rodri this summer after Bernardo Silva's departure, with the board unwilling to lose two experienced midfielders in one window.
25 June 2026 Rodri contract talks could shape City's summer window
Manchester City are set for decisive talks with Rodri that could shape their summer transfer plans, with the midfielder's future under discussion.
14 July 2026 Barcelona's Rodri pursuit: ambition meets a familiar financial reality
Barcelona are exploring a move for Manchester City's Rodri, but financial constraints and Real Madrid's interest complicate an ambitious pursuit.
6 August 2026
Rodri’s Real Madrid ‘dream’ faces one big problem — and it’s not City’s new contract offer
Rodri dreams of playing for Real Madrid but Florentino Perez is blocking the move. City have tabled a new contract offer. The midfielder must decide.
21 July 2026 City close in on £68m Bouaddi as Rodri edges towards Real Madrid exit
Manchester City are closing in on a £68m deal for Lille's Ayyoub Bouaddi as Rodri edges towards a move to Real Madrid, with talks advancing rapidly.
30 July 2026 Rodri's World Cup Final, Midfield Prospect Push, and Winger Search Updates
Rodri reaches a World Cup final, City fast-track a midfield prospect, and two new names emerge in the winger search. Thursday's City news round-up.
16 July 2026 Rodri to Real Madrid: €50m deal could be resolved within 24 hours
Manchester City midfielder Rodri could be heading to Real Madrid for €40-50m, with AS reporting a possible resolution within 24 hours.
30 July 2026 Rodri silences doubters with World Cup masterclass against Austria
Rodri produced a standout performance for Spain against Austria in the World Cup round of 16, earning praise from the Spanish press and reminding everyone of his quality.
3 July 2026
PSG step back from Rodri chase as La Liga giants circle
PSG have stepped back from pursuing Rodri, leaving Barcelona and Real Madrid as the remaining suitors for the Manchester City midfielder entering the final year of his contract.
28 July 2026
City's Midfield Overhaul Takes Shape as Bouaddi Deal Agreed and Rulli Bid Lands
City have agreed a long-term deal with Ayyoub Bouaddi as their Rodri replacement, though Lille want him on loan for the season.
4 August 2026