Real Madrid are reportedly preparing to lodge a £100 million bid this summer for Manchester City’s Ballon d’Or-winning midfielder Rodri, according to today’s reports .
The Spanish giants, under new manager Xabi Alonso, view the 29‑year‑old defensive anchor as the ideal long‑term successor to Luka Modrić and Toni Kroos. Despite Rodri’s ongoing recovery from ACL and meniscus injuries sustained last season at City, Madrid believe his dominance in midfield, highlighted during Spain’s Euro 2024 triumph and his standout Ballon d’Or campaign, warrants such a hefty investment .
Club president Florentino Pérez is said to be cautiously weighing up the offer, mindful of Rodri’s two-year contract at City and the risk posed by his recent knee issues .
As of now, Manchester City appear reluctant to sell, preferring to assess Rodri’s fitness across the coming season, though they could be swayed if the valuation breaches the £100 m mark .
Real Madrid stand ready to move swiftly if the opportunity arises, though if the move doesn’t unfold this summer, they are prepared to wait and revisit it next year when his contract enters its final 12 months.
