Manchester City delay Real Madrid deal for Spain captain as they wait for Barcelona
Manchester City is reportedly delaying a deal for midfielder Rodri as they anticipate a potential bidding war involving Barcelona. While Real Madrid is the current favorite to sign the player, City hopes to maximize his transfer value.
Why it matters
High-stakes transfer negotiations between elite European football clubs significantly impact team rosters and financial valuations.
After a tremendous World Cup campaign, the future of Rodri has become a major talking point in the transfer market, with Real Madrid , in particular, keen on acquiring his services.
Rodri's contract at Man City expires at the end of next season and the departure of Pep Guardiola has put his future at Etihad in doubt.
Real Madrid are ready to snap him up this summer, as new coach Jose Mourinho desperately looks for reinforcements in the middle of the park.
Rodri is keen on Real Madrid move. (Photo by Justin Setterfield/Getty Images)
Real Madrid are the undisputed favourites to sign Rodri, as the player himself is reportedly keen on the idea of playing for Los Blancos .
However, according to Fabrizio Romano , Manchester City are intentionally delaying the negotiations with Real Madrid over Rodri.
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