Surprising Development: Real Madrid Set to Sign Rodri

Spanish journalist Ramón Álvarez has confirmed that Real Madrid's position on signing Rodri has seen a notable development in recent hours, as the club's management has shifted from ruling out the idea of acquiring the Spanish midfielder to seriously exploring the possibility of entering into the deal.

Alvarez stated that he does not have information confirming an agreement between Real Madrid and Manchester City at this time, but he indicated that there is an intention within the royal club to explore the possibility of completing the transfer, emphasizing that Rodri himself will do everything in his power to facilitate his move to "Santiago Bernabéu."

These developments come after previous reports indicated that Real Madrid President Florentino Perez was not enthusiastic about signing Rodri, due to concerns regarding his physical condition and his recent return from a serious knee injury.

Despite those reservations, Rodri's impressive performance with the Spanish national team at the 2026 World Cup, where he was awarded the tournament's Best Player, has reopened discussions within Real Madrid about the possibility of signing him during the current transfer window.

Manchester City has offered Rodri a new contract, knowing that his current deal expires in the summer of 2027. However, the player wants to understand Real Madrid's position on signing him before renewing his contract with the English club.