Real Madrid have made a U-turn decision on Manchester City's Rodri after his World Cup performances. Mourinho wants the Spanish midfielder to solve the team's problems, per reports.
The World Cup is often an important tournament that Real Madrid pays close attention to. Especially to discover the stars who shine brightest and could become signings. That could happen with Rodri, even though it seemed he had been ruled out by the White House.
His name has been on the table for quite a few months as a reinforcement for midfield. However, the Spanish international's age and his injuries seemed to be decisive factors. But Rodri's performance at the World Cup would have provoked a change of opinion.
The new head coach, Jose Mourinho, has been watching World Cup matches and paid close attention to the Spain-France match, according to reports. There, he saw the great level Rodri is showing and valued his arrival very positively. He considers that he could be the reinforcement the midfield needs.
"Real Madrid have changed their mind about Rodri, and they are going to try to sign him," journalist Sergio Valentin has said. Mourinho has insisted that he is the ideal candidate to solve the team's problems. And he has communicated this so that the operation can be studied.
Real Madrid closed the signing of Bernardo Silva, who arrived as a free agent to occupy midfield positions. However, Mourinho has insisted that he needs one more midfielder. And he would be looking for a different profile from what he already has in the squad.
Rodri is a positional player who does not stand out for imposing himself physically, but rather for his tactical rigor. He knows how to withstand pressure, direct the game, and has a great touch for organizing the team. That makes him different, and with the World Cup he is showing, he would be the ideal signing.
The veteran midfielder would be considering a return to Spain, taking advantage of Guardiola's departure from Manchester City. Real Madrid could be his best option to continue in a team that fights for all the titles. However, the White House is waiting to see Manchester City's stance.
Rodri has a valid contract, and that gives the Citizens the power to negotiate his transfer. But Real Madrid does not want to pay a fortune for a player over 30 years old with his injury history, so City, if they demand too much, could make the signing impossible.
Frankly, Los Blancos do need a different type of midfielder. The only question that a potential Rodri signing raises may be about his age. But as an immediate solution, it's definitely an interesting move.
