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See the full story · 2 sourcesReal Madrid set to make first offer for Rodri as Manchester City stance emerges
It is no secret right now that Real Madrid are going all out to try to sign Rodri from Manchester City this summer.
The Spanish midfielder himself has been quite intent on making the move for some time now, and it is only now that Florentino Perez has provided the green light for Los Blancos to make an offer.
Real Madrid established contact with the Premier League club to understand the conditions of the deal and how much the transfer fee could be.
Now, according to Lyall Thomas on Sky Sports , Real Madrid are expected to step up their pursuit of Rodri and are ready to make their first official offer to Manchester City.
Manchester City want to keep Rodri
Despite Real Madrid’s growing interest, Manchester City are not looking to part ways with one of their most influential players.
Manchester City refuse to give up. (Photo by Lewis Storey/Getty Images)
The Cityzens want Rodri to remain at the Etihad Stadium and are hoping the World Cup-winning captain will sign a new contract.
His current deal has one year remaining, meaning they must soon decide whether to renew his contract or risk entering the final months of his agreement.
That contract situation has naturally created an opportunity for Real Madrid to test Manchester City’s resolve.
From the Cityzens’ perspective, their stance is understandable. The club have already lost Bernardo Silva and Pep Guardiola this transfer window.
Rodri is keen on the move (Photo by Michael Steele/Getty Images)
Adding Rodri to that list would leave new manager Enzo Maresca without a stable foundation to work with, and that could be a recipe for disaster.
Real Madrid’s interest continues to grow
Meanwhile, Real Madrid have made Rodri their priority midfield target. The club have already agreed personal terms with the midfielder , although negotiations between the two clubs remain the biggest hurdle.
Should Los Blancos pull it off, it would be a defining move for the club this season.
Very few players can change the perception of a team like Rodri can, and he would make that midfield so much better than it is currently.
The 30-year-old would bring leadership, elite defensive awareness and exceptional control in possession to a midfield already blessed with physicality.
On paper, this looks like the dream signing for Los Blancos , and it remains to be seen how negotiations with Manchester City play out.
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