The battle for Manchester City midfielder Rodri is rapidly escalating, with Paris Saint-Germain and Barcelona stepping up to challenge Real Madrid for his signature.
Fresh off captaining Spain to World Cup glory—adding to a trophy cabinet that already boasts a Ballon d’Or, a Champions League, four Premier League titles, and a European Championship—Rodri’s stock has never been higher. With just one year remaining on his contract at the Etihad, his stellar summer performances have ignited a high-stakes transfer tussle across Europe.
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Reports from French outlet RMC Sport indicate that Real Madrid have already struck personal terms with the 30-year-old, positioning them as the current frontrunners. Real Madrid manager José Mourinho is keen to land the Spaniard, though Madrid will likely need to sell a major player to finance both Rodri and their pursuit of RB Leipzig winger Yan Diomande.
However, the race is far from settled:
Paris Saint-Germain: Looking to capitalize on Rodri’s contract situation, the back-to-back Champions League winners under Luis Enrique have formally reached out to Manchester City to explore the terms of a deal.
Barcelona: Following an injury to Frenkie de Jong, the Catalan club has contacted Rodri’s representatives to assess the feasibility of bringing him back to Spain.
While Manchester City remain determined to sign Rodri to a new extension, the midfielder’s long-standing ambition to play for Real Madrid could prove decisive. Pricing remains the key hurdle between the clubs, with City valuing their talisman at around €80 million, while Madrid are hoping to finalize a deal closer to €60 million.
