Real Madrid 'preparing perfect welcome gift for Rodri' as Man City face losing key man

Real Madrid are reportedly plotting a transfer move for Rodri. (Image: Getty)

Manchester City are preparing to fend off transfer interest from Real Madrid, who are willing to roll out the red carpet for the star midfielder Rodri.

Scorer of the winning goal in the 2023 Champions League final, Rodri's stock has surged year on year under Pep Guardiola, with the 28-year-old even tipped for this year's Ballon d'Or.

Rodri has shone on the international stage too, winning the Player of the Tournament award at this summer's European Championship.

A key cog in the team that won Spain a record fourth Euros title, Rodri is now being tipped to a move back to his homeland, with Real Madrid reportedly interested in the star.

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Reports from Spain suggest Real Madrid will be willing to give Rodri the No.16 shirt. (Image: AS)

As per Spanish outlet AS, Real Madrid chiefs have identified Rodri as their marquee signing for the 2025 summer transfer window.

Rodri is reported to be in contract talks with City, with the ex-Atletico Madrid star's current deal set to run until June 2027.

It's claimed City have tabled a mega contract offer to help bring Rodri on level pay with City's biggest earners in a bid to keep him at the club well into his thirties.

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Real Madrid 'preparing perfect welcome gift for Rodri' as Man City face losing key man

Real Madrid 'preparing perfect welcome gift for Rodri' as Man City face losing key man

Real Madrid 'preparing perfect welcome gift for Rodri' as Man City face losing key man

Real Madrid 'preparing perfect welcome gift for Rodri' as Man City face losing key man

Real Madrid 'preparing perfect welcome gift for Rodri' as Man City face losing key man