Real Madrid is awaiting Mourinho's word to finalize the contract with Rodri

Spanish radio “Cadena Ser” revealed new developments within Real Madrid, related to the club’s plans in the upcoming transfer market, as the Manchester City F.C. star became... Rodri is one of the most prominent names on the table of Portuguese coach José Mourinho, who is nominated to lead the royal team during the next stage.

According to reports, the Real Madrid management believes that the current circumstances may give the club a real opportunity to move towards contracting with the Spanish midfielder, especially with the approaching end of the Pep Guardiola era within Manchester City, in addition to Rodri’s desire to wear the royal team’s shirt during his career.

The sources added that the deal file is still linked to obtaining the final approval from Mourinho, who is waiting to take over. He has broad powers in the contract file if he officially takes over as coach of Real Madrid, as Rodri is one of the most prominent names that the Portuguese coach wants to include to strengthen the midfield.

Real Madrid has followed the situation of the Spanish player over the past years, and also recently monitored his physical condition after his return from the severe injury he suffered at the knee level, amid conviction within the club of Rodri’s ability to lead the midfield for many years.

The Spanish international’s contract with Manchester City extends until the summer of 2027, which means that any official move On the part of Real Madrid, it will require complex negotiations with the English club, in light of the player’s importance within the City project during recent seasons.

Despite the difficulty of the deal, reports confirm that Rodri’s name is now strongly present in Real Madrid’s plans for next season, awaiting the final decision from Mourinho and the royal administration regarding the official move to settle the deal.