Real Madrid is looking for a new midfielder and has identified Rodri Hernandez (Manchester City) as its main target.
The Ballon d'Or 2024, a former Atlético de Madrid player, has long been admired by the leaders of Santiago Bernabéu, and this prospect could materialize, even if it seems unlikely this summer.
Real Madrid has failed to replace Toni Kroos since his retirement 12 months ago, which cost him dearly throughout last season. Club leaders would therefore like to do it ideally before the end of the summer, even if it would be difficult, especially concerning Rodri, recently injured, which means that he will not return before September.
has long been admired by the leaders of Santiago Bernabéu
Nevertheless, it was unlikely that Real Madrid will transfer this summer, despite rumors that the club would be ready to spend 115 million euros for Rodri. 2026 would be the ideal time to attack, but that would only happen if the 29 -year -old was not signing new contract with Manchester City before this date.
The Premier League club proposed an exceptional contract to its star midfielder, but according to Diario As, it has not yet made a decision as to its long -term future. As a result, Manchester City leaders are increasingly worried because they saw what happened when Real Madrid managed to convince Trent Alexander-Arnold not to prolong with Liverpool.
Rodri would complete the offer of the Real Madrid midfielder.
There is no doubt that Rodri would be a major asset for Real Madrid, despite his 30th birthday next summer. However, doubts remain as to his ability to regain his level before his injury to the previous cross ligament, since he was not at the best of his form during the 2025 World Cup.
It remains to be seen if Rodri will eventually play the Bernabéu, but at this stage, optimism seems increasing as to its possibility.
