Real Madrid Ready to Make APS100m Bid for Manchester City's Rodri

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Real Madrid, under their new coach Xabi Alonso, are poised to make a significant APS100m bid to sign Manchester City midfielder Rodri, according to reports. The move comes after the team's disappointing show at the Club World Cup, where they were defeated by PSG. Rodri, a 29-year-old Spanish midfielder, has been a key player for City, but his season was impacted by an ACL and meniscus injury he suffered in September.

Key Takeaways:

  • Real Madrid are preparing to make a APS100m bid for Manchester City midfielder Rodri, with the Spain international's contract set to expire in 2027.
  • Rodri's recent injury history, including an ACL and meniscus injury, has raised concerns about his physical condition, which might affect the deal.
  • The 29-year-old midfielder has been a key player for City, but their coach Pep Guardiola may be reluctant to let him go, especially given the potential loss of a vital player.
  • Rodri is set to expire in 2027, giving Real Madrid the opportunity to assess his fitness over the next 12 months before potentially signing him.
  • Real Madrid believe Rodri would be a priority signing, given his ability to bolster the team's midfield engine room and his potential to help Alonso's team improve their performance.
  • City has already signed Nico Gonzalez from Porto for APS50m and Tijjani Reijnders, and added Norwegian teenager Sverre Nypan, but whether they can adequately replace Rodri is unclear.

Statistics:

  • APS100m: the reported bid Real Madrid are ready to make for Rodri.
  • APS62.8m: the deal that brought Rodri to the Premier League from Atletico six years ago.
  • 2027: the year Rodri's contract with City expires.

Sources:

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