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Guardiola Urges Man City to Keep Rodri as Real Madrid Interest Lingers

The message underscores a push to renew the Ballon d’Or winner before rival interest hardens.

Overview

  • Pep Guardiola told reporters the club want Rodri to “stay, stay, stay,” adding he feels positive but cannot promise the outcome.
  • He said City would accept a suitable offer if a player is unhappy, stressing the club’s structure comes before any individual.
  • Reporting cited by Yahoo Sports says Real Madrid view Rodri as a priority target but plan to revisit the move after the World Cup.
  • The Spain midfielder is nearing the final year of his City deal and is working back to peak form after a 2024 ACL injury.
  • Guardiola acknowledged his own future at City is unresolved, a factor that could influence Rodri’s decision.