Real Madrid's €60m bid for Rodri gains edge as PSG bows out

Real Madrid have cleared a path to sign Manchester City midfielder Rodri, putting forward up to €60 million after Paris Saint‑Germain withdrew their interest. The Spanish giants also aim to complete defender Yan Diomande’s transfer within the next 48 hours, imminently.

The club believes Rodri’s familiarity with the capital and the Spanish league will boost Jose Mourinho’s project. His appeal is reinforced by a proven record in the Spanish league and his recent accolade as the 2026 World Cup Golden Ball winner.

Personal terms have already been agreed and the 30‑year‑old is eager to return to the city where he previously played for Atletico Madrid. Real Madrid had initially ruled him out after being priced out of a move for Enzo Fernandez, but the option fell through, prompting a change of course.

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Paris Saint‑Germain had shown interest in Rodri, but Le Parisien reported via Diario AS that the back‑to‑back European champions have ended their pursuit. PSG concluded that a midfield reinforcement was not required this summer, effectively removing a competing bid.

The next step for Real Madrid is to finalise the deal for defender Yan Diomande, which the club expects to conclude within the next 48 hours. Securing the defender will allow the Spanish side to focus fully on the midfield target without distraction.

Manchester City has indicated that offers below €80 million will be rejected for Rodri. Real Madrid hope the Premier League side will soften its stance in the coming weeks, otherwise the Spanish club may have to wait until 2027 for the player’s availability.

If the deals materialise, Real Madrid will enter the new season with a squad that meets Mourinho’s standards. Rodri will return to a familiar environment in the Spanish capital, signalling an aggressive push by the Spanish giants to strengthen both midfield and defence ahead of the campaign.