Manchester City’s Rodri tells club he wants to move to Real Madrid

Spanish midfielder Rodri has informed Manchester City of his desire to join Real Madrid, according to British journalist Ben Jacobs. The decision is driven by both sporting and family considerations, with the 2026 World Cup winner prioritizing a move to the Spanish capital this summer. Manchester City is preparing to receive a formal offer from Real Madrid in the coming period, despite efforts to retain the player. A new contract with the Premier League club is not expected. Real Madrid has identified Rodri as one of its primary targets of the summer transfer window. The club’s interest intensified after the midfielder played a central role in Spain’s victory at the 2026 World Cup, where he stood out for his passing range, ball recovery and attacking organization. Rodri remains under contract with Manchester City until the summer of 2027. No further details on the proposed transfer were immediately available.