The Spanish newspaper "AS" revealed that the future of Manchester City midfielder Rodri, who is 29 years old, is still hanging in the balance, despite the attractive offer he received from his club to renew his contract until 2029 with a salary that would make him one of the highest-paid in Europe, yet he has not made a final decision yet.

The situation is further complicated by Real Madrid's interest in the player, especially since he is the captain of the Spanish national team and was born in the capital Madrid, making him a preferred option for the club's coaching staff led by Xabi Alonso amidst a lack of alternatives in the market.

Manchester City considers Rodri one of the key pillars that helped the team achieve major accomplishments, which is why the club is striving to keep him and prevent him from leaving for free in 2027 when his contract expires.

The upcoming World Cup is expected to be a decisive opportunity for Rodri to determine his future, whether to stay with City or to embark on a new experience in Madrid or elsewhere.