Real Madrid are weighing a blockbuster move to sign Rodri from Manchester City this summer, with Xabi Alonso identifying the Spanish midfielder as a key target. According to The Sun, the club is ready to put €117 million (£100 million) on the table after the team’s struggles in midfield during their Club World Cup loss to PSG exposed a glaring need for reinforcement.

Despite Pep Guardiola’s reluctance to part with his midfield general, there’s a sense within Valdebebas that such a hefty offer might sway the Premier League club—especially given Rodri’s injury history this past season. The 29-year-old suffered a serious knee injury (ACL and meniscus tear) in September against Arsenal and only returned briefly before being sidelined again. He managed just 37 minutes at the Club World Cup.

That physical uncertainty has raised internal debate at Real Madrid. Some argue that waiting another season could lower his cost, considering his deal runs until 2027 and his renewal isn’t urgent. But Xabi Alonso is reportedly pushing hard for the club to act now, seeing Rodri as the perfect fit for his tactical setup.

Beyond his on-field quality, Rodri’s background adds to his appeal—born in Madrid and a former Atlético player, he brings the kind of local identity Florentino Pérez often appreciates. The coming weeks will reveal whether Madrid makes their move this summer or holds out for 2026.

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