Overview
- Reports from Bild/Sport Bild, relayed by English outlets, say both Spanish clubs have Rodri high on their summer shortlist and are closely tracking his situation.
- Pep Guardiola has publicly praised Rodri’s influence and stated he wants the midfielder to remain at Manchester City.
- Rodri’s deal runs to June 2027, a timeline that strengthens City’s negotiating position while keeping speculation alive ahead of the window.
- Former Barcelona midfielder Gaizka Mendieta suggested City’s Barcelona ties could complicate any switch to Real Madrid, framing a move as unlikely in his view.
- Coverage also notes injuries that delayed renewal talks and highlights ongoing chatter about Guardiola’s future as a potential factor, with no confirmed developments on either front.