Rodri’s future has become an interesting talking point. The Spanish international could be on the move this summer, and multiple top clubs are keeping tabs on his situation. Since he will only have a year left on his deal after the end of the ongoing season, and a contract renewal is yet to be agreed, Manchester City could look to cash in on him.
La Liga giants Real Madrid and Barcelona are two of the biggest contenders for the services of the 29-year-old former Ballon d’Or winner. Los Blancos have been monitoring him for some time now, but according to a report from Fichajes, the Catalan giants have leapfrogged them in the race.
On the back of an impressive season with Atletico Madrid, Manchester City forked out €70 million to acquire his services back in 2019. They forked out a club record fee for the Spanish international, who has certainly lived upto their expectations.
He has played a massive part in all the success they have had in recent years. The 29-year-old has won the Champions League and four Premier League titles during his time in Manchester. While he has struggled to stay fit in recent seasons, Rodri has regained full fitness and has been a constant feature in their XI since the start of 2026.
The Spaniard remains an integral part of Pep Guardiola’s plans, but his future is uncertain with his contract running out in 2027. Manchester City want to renew his terms, but they are yet to reach an agreement with the player’s camp. With no renewal in sight, Barcelona and Real Madrid are looking to make the most out of it.
Manchester City are reluctant to let Rodri go, but this summer could be their final opportunity to cash in on him. As a result, they will certainly listen to offers unless they secure his future with a new deal. He could be available for a bargain fee of €50 million, and both Real Madrid and Barcelona won’t mind paying that kind of fee for a Ballon d’Or winner.
Los Blancos see him as the missing piece in their jigsaw. Following the departure of Toni Kroos and Luka Modric, the team in white have struggled to control games from the midfield, and Rodri can certainly help overcome those issues. While they have been working on a potential deal for months, Barcelona have overtaken them.
The Catalan giants have a massive advantage in the race, as the 29-year-old prefers joining them. The Spaniard prefers being a part of their project under Hansi Flick. Rodri is a perfect fit for their style of football, and they would love to have someone with his experience in their ranks. While the Blaugrana are struggling financially, they see this €50 million deal as a massive opportunity and do not want to let it go.
