Transfer Rumour Unconfirmed · Gaining tractionFootball.LondonUnverified source· 29 Jul 2026
Real Madrid approve £43m Rodri move, boosting Arsenal
Real Madrid's pursuit of Rodri could weaken Man City and help Arsenal's title hopes.


Rodri
player
Player
Rodri
Current club
Manchester City
Linked club
Real Madrid
Reported fee
£43m (€50m)
What happened. Florentino Perez has approved Real Madrid's pursuit of Rodri, who is stalling on a new contract with Manchester City.
- Real Madrid are willing to pay around £43m.
- Rodri wants to join Los Blancos.
- Pep Guardiola's departure has caused seismic changes at City.
If the transfer happens, it could boost Arsenal's Premier League title chances.
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