Real Madrid pushes ahead with Rodri transfer talks
Real Madrid are in active negotiations with Manchester City to acquire Spanish midfielder Rodri, whose contract runs until 2027. The Spanish club is prepared to meet a fee of €40‑50 million (about £43 million), with reports citing offers ranging from €50 million to £43 million. Rodri’s performances at the 2026 World Cup, where he was named the tournament’s best player and helped Spain win the title, have shifted Real Madrid’s stance from earlier reluctance to strong interest. The club’s president, Florentino Pérez, has authorised the pursuit, and journalist Fabrizio Romano has confirmed first contact between the sides.
Manchester City have signaled they will not permit Rodri to leave until a replacement is secured, targeting Lille’s Ayyoub Bouaddi, whose valuation could approach €100 million. This condition is being discussed alongside the proposed fee, and the clubs aim to finalise the deal before the summer transfer window closes.
Entities: Ayyoub Bouaddi · Chelsea Football Club · Enzo Fernández · Florentino Pérez · Lille · Manchester City · Manchester City Football Club · Real Madrid · Real Madrid Club de Fútbol · Rodri Hernández · Rodrigo Hernández · Rodrigo Rodri
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- [○ 1 SOURCE] The Rodri transfer could be completed within hours if conditions are met.
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Fabrizio Romano confirmed first contact between Real Madrid and Manchester City about Rodri.
- [● 10 SOURCES] Real Madrid have opened negotiations with Manchester City for Rodri. (supports)
- [● 3 SOURCES] Manchester City will not allow Rodri to leave until they secure a replacement. (supports)
- [● 2 SOURCES] Real Madrid sent a first offer of about €50 million for Rodri.
- [● 2 SOURCES] Ayyoub Bouaddi's valuation could be near €100 million. (supports)
- [● 3 SOURCES] Manchester City target Lille midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi as a replacement for Rodri. (supports)
- [● 6 SOURCES] Real Madrid are confident of signing Rodri for a fee roughly equivalent to £43 million. (supports)
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Real Madrid president Florentino Pérez authorized the club to begin talks for Rodri. (supports)
- [● 3 SOURCES] Rodri was named the best player of the 2026 World Cup and helped Spain win the tournament. (supports)
- [● 3 SOURCES] Rodri's contract with Manchester City runs until June 2027. (supports)