#Rodri
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
Rodri's Exit Looms Large: What a Summer of Change Means for City
Rodri's future hangs in the balance as Real Madrid and Barcelona circle, with City facing a summer of significant departures and a potential €75m fee.
6 August 2026
Rodri and Cherki set for World Cup semi-final showdown
Manchester City teammates Rodri and Rayan Cherki face off as Spain take on France in the World Cup semi-finals, with a place in Sunday's final on the line.
14 July 2026
Rodri Injured in Orlando Cluster****
Rodri limped off in extra-time during Manchester City’s 4–3 loss to Al Hilal, just five matches into his return from a long-term knee injury.
1 July 2025
Rodri's Golden Ball caps improbable journey from ACL to World Cup glory
Rodri was named World Cup Golden Ball winner after captaining Spain to victory over Argentina, completing a remarkable recovery from an ACL rupture suffered in September 2024.
20 July 2026 Reijnders set to stay at City as Rodri uncertainty grows
Tijjani Reijnders is set to stay at Manchester City amid uncertainty around Rodri's future, with the Dutch midfielder expected to remain part of Enzo Maresca's plans.
18 July 2026
Juventus circle Reijnders as City weigh up midfield reshuffle
Juventus are preparing a £30m loan-with-option bid for Tijjani Reijnders, but City's midfield depth and Rodri's uncertain future complicate any potential exit.
4 August 2026
Rodri's World Cup Contract Pause Creates Planning Headache for City's Midfield Rebuild
Rodri has parked contract talks until after the World Cup. With Real Madrid hovering and a £121m Anderson chase ongoing, City face a delicate midfield planning squeeze.
26 June 2026
City's World Cup semi-final report: Rodri through, but heartbreak for England's Blues
Spain beat France 2-0 to reach the World Cup final, with Rodri playing the full 90 minutes. England's semi-final ended in heartbreak as Argentina scored twice late on to win 2-1.
18 July 2026 Rodri undergoes back surgery after World Cup triumph as City await return timeline
Manchester City confirm Rodri underwent back surgery after winning the World Cup with Spain. The midfielder could return for the Community Shield against Arsenal.
28 July 2026
City close in on £86m Bouaddi as Rodri's future hangs in the balance
City have agreed terms with Ayyoub Bouaddi and are in advanced talks with Lille over an £86m transfer, a deal that could pave the way for Rodri's exit to Real Madrid.
31 July 2026 Rodri: PSG enquire, Real claim agreement, Barcelona circle – but City hold firm
PSG have contacted City about Rodri while Real Madrid claim a personal agreement and Barcelona circle. The club's stance remains unchanged: they want to keep him.
25 July 2026
Bouaddi saga: City and Lille at odds over midfielder's future
City and Lille are telling different stories over Ayyoub Bouaddi's future, with personal terms agreed but the French club's stance unclear, all while Real Madrid chase Rodri.
4 August 2026
Rodri’s Future: City Face a Familiar Dilemma as Madrid Circle
Real Madrid are confident of signing Rodri this summer, but City have yet to talk. The midfielder wants to return to Spain, leaving the Blues with a decision to make.
25 July 2026
Real Madrid make first Rodri approach as Savinho pushes for Spurs exit
Real Madrid have made their first approach for Rodri, while Savinho has told City he wants to join Tottenham this summer for more game time.
29 July 2026
Stones completes Inter move as Real Madrid test City with Rodri bid
John Stones' move to Inter Milan is complete after a decade at City, while Real Madrid have made a verbal €50m offer for Rodri — and City are stalling on a response.
31 July 2026