Real Madrid want to move Manchester City's Rodri away from the Premier League after identifying him as their priority target.
This is according to journalist Alberto Pereiro, who covered it on Onda Cerro's RadioEstadio Noche, as relayed by . sports world.
On 27 February, Khel Witness Covered claims from Spain That Real Madrid wants to sign the Manchester City star.
The Spain international will turn 30 in June, while the La Liga side have only spent money on youth players in recent years.
Therefore, in order to lure the midfielder away from the Etihad in the summer, Los Blancos will have to change their tactics.
Manchester City star is top priority for Real Madrid
The 29-year-old and Borussia Dortmund defender Nico Schlotterbach are Real Madrid's 'top priorities' for next season.
Pereiro reports that the Spanish giants have allocated €100 million to sign the pair and the funds for further contracts will depend on the sale of the players.
"The first €100 million that Real Madrid wants to spend this summer is on Rodrigo Hernandez and Schlotterbach. Whether Madrid makes more signings depends on what they sell this summer," He said.
The journalist did not specify how much fee Real Madrid has allocated or intends to pay Pep Guardiola's team for Rodri.
Earlier today, Sports Witness news broadcast from germany Real Madrid are no longer prioritizing Schlotterbach in defence. Los Blancos are eyeing Liverpool star Ibrahima Konate.
The Germany international and Konate are both 26 years old. However, the Frenchman's contract expires in June and he has reportedly made up his mind to leave Anfield.
Real Madrid can sign Konate for free while they will have to agree terms with Borussia Dortmund to sign Schlotterbach.
Analysis: Rodri's contract and value
If the Spanish club decide to move forward with Konate, they could allocate substantial money to sign Rodri.
The former Atletico Madrid player has less than 18 months left on his contract. His father recently said He "knows nothing" about his son's future plans.
Mundo says it is unclear whether Manchester City is willing to sell the player at the price set by Real Madrid. transfer market He is now valued at €75 million, a figure that Real Madrid may not be able to match.
The English club do not need to raise funds and have the ability to absorb the financial blow and let Rodri leave for free in 2027. However, Guardiola is unlikely to stand in the way if he requests a transfer.
