"He's really unbelievable" - Pep Guardiola confirms he talked to Real Madrid star at Bernabeu

"Pep Guardiola has once again shown his class both on and off the pitch, earning praise for his post-match gesture toward Real Madrid forward Rodrygo Goes following Manchester City's 2-1 Champions League victory at the Santiago Bernabeu on Wednesday night. The Premier League giants secured a crucial away win thanks to goals from Nico O'Reilly and Erling Haaland. But one of the night's most talked-about moments came after the final whistle, when Guardiola approached Rodrygo for a brief but heartfelt conversation. Speaking to reporters after the match, Guardiola revealed what he told the Brazilian forward, as reported by Fabrizio Romano: I went to Rodrygo and I told him, What a player you are he's really unbelievable.'"

"Are Man City still interested in Rodrygo? The incident sparked renewed speculation about Man City's long-standing admiration for the Real Madrid star. Guardiola's warm words appeared genuine but inevitably fueled transfer rumours, especially since Rodrygo's name was heavily linked with a move to City during the 2025 summer transfer window. Rodrygo, 24, has endured a turbulent campaign under manager Xabi Alonso. Once considered one of the brightest young attackers in world football, the Brazilian has struggled for consistency and playing time, finding himself in and out of Madrid's starting lineup. Before this clash, Rodrygo had gone 281 days without a goal. On Wednesday night, he finally broke his drought with a composed finish, a much-needed confidence boost despite Real's defeat."

Manchester City beat Real Madrid 2-1 at the Santiago Bernabeu with goals from Nico O'Reilly and Erling Haaland. Guardiola approached Rodrygo after the match and praised him directly, saying he is an unbelievable player. The gesture renewed speculation about Manchester City's interest in Rodrygo, whose name was linked to a possible 2025 summer move. Rodrygo, 24, has had a difficult season under Xabi Alonso, struggling for consistency, playing time and rhythm amid tactical shifts. He had not scored for 281 days before this match and ended his drought with a composed finish despite Real Madrid losing the game.

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