"Manchester City's long-standing admiration for Rodrygo Goes has not faded, with Fabrizio Romano reporting that Pep Guardiola still views the 24-year-old Brazilian winger as a player of genuine interest. While a January deal appears unlikely, City are expected to revisit the situation in the summer of 2026, when a full-scale attempt could finally be launched. Rodrygo has endured a frustrating campaign at Real Madrid, struggling for consistent minutes under Xabi Alonso."
"Despite being fully fit and part of the regular matchday squad, he has started just two LaLiga matches, with intense competition from the likes of Kylian Mbappe, Vinicius Junior, Brahim Diaz and Arda Guler limiting his role. Rodrygo is struggling for playing time in Real Madrid For the first time since joining Los Blancos, the Brazilian finds himself drifting toward the periphery of the starting XI."
"Guardiola is said to greatly appreciate Rodrygo's versatility, pressing intelligence, and ability to operate anywhere across the front line. Sources close to the Premier League giants believe Rodrygo fits the tactical profile City want as they plan for the next evolution of their attack. A potential deal, however, would not come cheap. City's Premier League rivals Arsenal have also been interested in a move for the Brazilian attacker and perhaps they could target him next year as well."
Manchester City continue to track Rodrygo, with Pep Guardiola reportedly still considering the 24-year-old a genuine target and a fuller approach possible in summer 2026. Rodrygo has struggled for consistent minutes at Real Madrid under Xabi Alonso, starting just two LaLiga games despite being fit and part of matchday squads. Heavy competition from Kylian Mbappe, Vinicius Junior, Brahim Diaz and Arda Guler has limited his role and moved him toward the periphery of the starting XI. Guardiola reportedly values Rodrygo's versatility and pressing intelligence. Arsenal and Tottenham have shown interest, while Chelsea are not actively pursuing him.
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