Overview
- Reports on Wednesday said transfer insider Matteo Moretto and outlets including Sky Sport said Rodri has given Real Madrid a provisional yes and that advisers met near Madrid.
- Multiple outlets also report there has been no confirmed contact between Real and Manchester City, and City are working on a contract extension to keep Rodri beyond his 2027 expiry.
- Spanish media say Real would need to raise transfer funds before making a bid, with Eduardo Camavinga repeatedly named as a likely sale to generate roughly €60 million.
- The Athletic and other outlets reported Rodri is expected to undergo a back operation, a development that introduces medical and timing uncertainty for any move.
- Coverage is developing and inconsistent on details, with reported fee estimates ranging from about €70 million to over €100 million and no final agreement announced between clubs or player.