Rodri transfer stalls as €25m gap separates Man City and Real Madrid
Real Madrid faces a financial hurdle in its pursuit of Rodri, with Manchester City holding firm on a high asking price.
Key Takeaways
AINegotiations between Real Madrid and Manchester City for midfielder Rodri have entered a new phase of financial tension, after the English club set a €75 million price tag for its captain.
According to journalist Patrick Berger of Sky Sports, Real Madrid is unwilling to exceed €50 million for the player, leaving a significant €25 million gap between the two clubs' valuations.
Berger noted that this gap could be narrowed by including add-ons and performance-related incentives in the deal, an approach Real Madrid president Florentino Perez is reportedly open to.
Rodri remains under contract with Manchester City until June 2027 and has yet to accept the club’s renewal offer.
Rodri's future between Madrid and City
Amid these developments, the chances of Rodri moving to Real Madrid are increasing, especially if a final agreement is reached. Should the transfer go through, the midfielder could sign a contract with the Spanish giants until June 2030.