Real Madrid may have a summer opening to pursue Rodri Hernandez, but this chance could be fleeting. The departure of Pep Guardiola from Manchester City has seemingly improved Los Blancos’ prospects of securing a deal, yet they have not yet made a decisive move.
Following the announcement of Guardiola’s exit on Monday, numerous reports suggested he was Real Madrid’s top summer target, with potential manager Jose Mourinho endorsing the signing. Another report indicated Rodri’s own interest in the transfer.
Real Madrid Yet to Make Definitive Move for Rodri
However, the situation appears more nuanced, according to Matteo Moretto on RadioMarca. His sources indicate that Rodri, whose contract has only a year remaining, has reached an agreement on a new deal. Prior to Guardiola’s departure, this extension seemed likely to be finalized. Nevertheless, Rodri has temporarily paused the signing process, expressing a desire to settle his future before the World Cup. Meanwhile, Manchester City is actively pressing Rodri to commit to a new contract as soon as possible.
Rodri himself has acknowledged an inclination to return to Spain at some point and finds the prospect of joining Real Madrid appealing. Los Blancos have initiated preliminary contact with his representatives but have not yet taken a firm step towards signing Rodri. Moretto suggests that a transfer could still be feasible if Real Madrid decides to act decisively.
Could Real Madrid Elections Interfere?
A potential hurdle for Real Madrid is their current inability to act swiftly. On Sunday, the club will determine whether elections will be held, a process that will take at least two weeks to resolve. This also delays the appointment of a new manager. If Florentino Pérez wins the elections, Jose Mourinho is expected to take the helm, following Alvaro Arbeloa’s confirmed departure on Friday.
