Mourinho: Madrid doubted Rodri after his hesitation

Mourinho reveals Real Madrid's offer to Rodri, but doubts crept in.

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What happened. Mourinho said Real Madrid made Rodri a very good offer and spoke to him, but his doubts made them unsure.

• Rodri said Barcelona was always his first choice.
• Mourinho insisted he would not miss Rodri at the Bernabéu.

“I spoke to him a couple of times and Real Madrid made him a very good offer.”

— José Mourinho

Rodri has joined Barcelona, ending speculation over his future.

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