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Real Madrid Plotting MASSIVE Summer 2026 Move for Rodri

Real Madrid eyeing Rodri from Manchester City for a 2026 transfer. Contract details, injuries, and battle for signing revealed.

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Martina Mincheva
Jan 4, 2026
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Rodri smiles while holding the Ballon d’Or trophy at an awards ceremony.

Real Madrid is keeping a close eye on Rodri’s situation and plans to try to sign the Manchester City midfielder in the summer of 2026, reports Marca.

The club's leadership has made signing a midfielder who can control the game’s tempo and provide solid ball possession a priority. That’s why Rodri’s name is high on their list of targets, alongside KeySmit from AZ Alkmaar.

The 2024 Ballon d’Or winner is tied to Manchester City until the summer of 2027. This contract length leads Real Madrid to consider making a move for him at a potentially reduced price at the end of the 2025/26 season.

Manchester City, on the other hand, is ready to offer a new deal to the 29-year-old Spanish international, but the two sides have yet to reach an agreement.

Rodri, who lifted the 2024 European Championship with Spain, has been plagued by injuries over the past two seasons, a factor that also plays into assessments about his future.