Manchester City Boss Hopes Rodri Stays, But Can Anyone Resist Real Madrid?

Twenty-nine-year-old Rodri joined City in 2019, and his contract is set to expire next summer. "There isn't a single player who would turn down the chance to play for Real Madrid. My desire is for Rodri to remain at the club for as long as possible because he is an amazing player. However, everyone has their own life," Guardiola stated, according to the BBC.

The English club has reportedly offered Rodri a new contract with a significant pay raise. Should he decline to sign it, the club intends to demand a substantial fee from any potential buyer in the summer of 2026.

The 2024 Ballon d'Or winner previously played for Atletico Madrid, but insists that wouldn't deter him from joining their city rivals if such an opportunity arose.