7M - Real Madrid Targets Rodri After World Cup Triumph

Real Madrid has made Manchester City midfielder Rodri their primary target of the summer transfer window following Spain's victory at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

According to journalist David Ornstein, internal optimism has grown within the Spanish club that the 30-year-old Spain captain could complete a move before the start of the season, even though formal negotiations between Real Madrid and Manchester City have not yet started. Manchester City, meanwhile, hopes to retain their key midfielder at the Etihad Stadium regardless of contract extension discussions.

Rodri played a central role in Spain's World Cup campaign, starting all eight matches and earning the Golden Ball as the tournament's best player for his tactical control and leadership.

For Jose Mourinho's team, potential interest in Rodri follows an active summer window that has already seen the additions of Marc Cucurella, Denzel Dumfries, Ibrahima Konate, and Bernardo Silva. If finalized, Rodri would join a high-profile squad that features Kylian Mbappe, Vinicius Junior, Jude Bellingham, Federico Valverde, and Thibaut Courtois.