"Real Madrid have reportedly earmarked Manchester City's midfield lynchpin Rodri as a priority target for next summer, with the Daily Star claiming Los Blancos could launch a 130 million approach. Rodri is one of the best midfielders in the world and the Spaniard is crucial to Pep Guardiola's project at the Etihad Stadium. He won the 2024 Ballon d'Or, an accolade that underlines his standing in world football, and at 29 he remains in the peak years of his career."
"For Real Madrid, who always prize both immediate quality and long-term pedigree, a player like Rodri would provide balance to a midfield that often needs someone to break up play and launch transitions. City's hierarchy appears keen to keep hold of Rodri. Chairman Khaldoon Al-Mubarak and the sporting leadership understand his centrality to the team's identity. City want to open formal talks about his future and are prepared to offer a contract extension that improves his terms and pushes his commitment beyond 2027."
"Even with City's countermeasures, the pull of Real Madrid can be powerful especially for a player with Spanish roots and the appeal of playing in his homeland. The idea of returning closer to family, representing one of the most decorated clubs in world football, and testing himself in La Liga could be persuasive, especially if coupled with an attractive project and guaranteed status."
Real Madrid view Rodri as a priority target for next summer and could mount a 130 million approach. Rodri, a 29-year-old reigning 2024 Ballon d'Or winner, serves as Manchester City's midfield lynchpin and plays a pivotal role in Pep Guardiola's system. Manchester City intend to keep him, with chairman Khaldoon Al-Mubarak and sporting leadership ready to open formal talks and offer an improved contract extending his commitment beyond 2027. The pull of returning to Spain, proximity to family, playing for a decorated club and guaranteed status could attract Rodri. Any transfer would likely require a hefty fee and be negotiated at season's end.
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