Real Madrid are considering signing Manchester City star Rodri in the summer.
At least that's what Spanish journalist Ramón Álvarez de Mon is reporting. he took xFormerly known as Twitter, to cover Real Madrid's interest in the Manchester City player.
Rodri suffered a serious injury in September 2024, a month before winning the Ballon d'Or. He had beaten Real Madrid's Vinicius Junior to the prestigious individual award two years ago.
On 11 February, Game Witness disseminated spanish claims "Something broke" between Real Madrid and Rodri after winning the Ballon d'Or. Therefore, the La Liga giants did not pursue him.
A day later, Rodri's father said He had "no idea" when asked about his son's future at Manchester City. The defensive midfielder has less than 18 months left on his contract at the Etihad.
Last week, former Spain international Gaizka Mendieta insisted He does not expect players to leave because of their attachment to Pep Guardiola's team.
U-turn on Manchester City star
While earlier claims ruled out a move for the 29-year-old, Alvarez de Mon has now said that Real Madrid are still keen.
According to the journalist, 'Rodri is the midfielder Real Madrid want' Next season.
The former Atletico Madrid player has struggled with injuries in the first half of this season as he recovers from a serious concussion he suffered in 2024. However, he has been fit this calendar year and has played 14 times so far.
Alvarez de Mon reports that the Spanish capital club will continue to monitor his fitness until the World Cup.
This would mean that Real Madrid could make a final decision on the purchase after the World Cup. He further added that the Manchester City man would cost around €50m.
strategy needs to change
Over the past few years, Real Madrid have decided not to invest in players who are either 30 or nearing 30. Los Blancos are spending big on young players.
The last time the La Liga giants made a big investment on Eden Hazard was in 2019. The Belgian was 28 years old at the time, and the transfer was a disaster.
Rodri will turn 30 next June and Real Madrid will have to abandon their plans to sign him.
