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Rodri Keeps Real Madrid Option Open as Manchester City Talks Near

His public stance signals a summer choice that could reshape Manchester City's midfield plans.

Overview

  • Rodri, who told Spain's Onda Cero on Thursday, said he wants to return to LaLiga and did not close the door on joining Real Madrid.
  • He said he has about a year left on his City deal and expects to sit down for talks, with reports listing June 2027 as the contract end date.
  • Sky Sports reports Manchester City want to keep him and aim to agree a new contract with their Ballon d'Or–winning midfielder.
  • Transfer reporters say Real Madrid admire him as they rebuild their midfield after Toni Kroos and Luka Modrić, and they expect a player-led decision this summer.
  • He is working back from a 2024 ACL injury and says his focus is regaining top form ahead of the World Cup, which helps explain the timing of any decision.