Manchester City: Rodri puts Real Madrid on hold

Reportedly on Real Madrid’s radar, Rodri has sought to calm speculation about his future. The Manchester City midfielder has assured that he will make no decisions before the end of the 2026 World Cup. After the tournament held in the United States, Canada, and Mexico, the Spanish international will have only one year left on his contract with the Citizens, a situation that naturally fuels transfer market rumors. Among those advocating for his arrival in Madrid is Enrique Riquelme, a candidate for the Real Madrid presidency, who sees Rodri as an ideal reinforcement for the midfield.

For now, the 2025 Ballon d’Or winner prefers to stay focused on his goals with La Roja. Present at the Spanish national team’s gathering, he dismissed any discussions about his future. “We are here to talk about the World Cup. As for everything concerning my future, I will wait until the end of the tournament,” Rodri stated at the press conference. The 29-year-old midfielder also reminded that speculation is inevitable in his contract situation.

“When a player approaches the end of his contract, it’s normal for his name to circulate. But I am very calm. I know exactly where I stand. Without the World Cup, things might be different today,” he added. Despite Real Madrid’s ongoing interest, Rodri seems determined to postpone any thoughts about his future until after the global adventure.