Paris Saint-Germain officially slammed the door shut on any move for Manchester City’s Rodri, despite all the chatter linking them to the European champions. Sky Sports dropped the report, and it means one less mega-club in the race for the Ballon d’Or winner.
PSG Is Out, And They Aren’t Looking Back
The French giants are flat-out satisfied with their midfield and aren’t planning any big additions there this summer. Luis Enrique’s squad is rolling with what they’ve got, believing they already have one of Europe’s strongest midfield units. Think about it: Vitinha, Fabian Ruiz, and Joao Neves were all pivotal in their historic campaign last season, starting that UEFA Champions League final triumph. They’re central to PSG’s long-term plans, and if that wasn’t enough, they’ve got the super-talented Warren Zaire-Emery waiting in the wings. PSG even took another hit in the transfer market, as they had hoped to land defender Yan Diomande, but he chose a move to Real Madrid instead. Still, the Paris club isn’t letting themselves get dragged into another transfer battle with the Spanish giants, keeping their focus elsewhere.
Real Madrid Is Pushing Hard, And Rodri Is Sidelined
While PSG steps back, Real Madrid is doing the exact opposite. Los Blancos are actively working on a move for Rodri after his outstanding displays at the FIFA Club World Cup. Madrid sees the experienced midfielder as a priority target, continuing their strategy of recruiting players who have won the World Cup Golden Ball. This puts Manchester City in a tricky spot. Rodri, at 30 years old, has just one year left on his current contract, and City is keen to tie him down to fresh terms rather than even consider offers. The plot thickens, though: Rodri is currently sidelined after undergoing minor back surgery and is expected to miss the beginning of the new campaign as he continues his rehabilitation. That’s a huge blow for City right as the season kicks off, and it makes Real Madrid’s pursuit even more intense.
PSG’s Other Moves Are Still Heating Up
With Rodri out of their sights, PSG is focusing on other priorities. A deal for Monaco playmaker Maghnes Akliouche is apparently progressing well. The Champions League holders are also expected to strengthen their attacking options before the transfer window slams shut, with another striker firmly on the recruitment agenda. And they’ve got to figure out what to do with Bradley Barcola, as Liverpool is pushing hard for his signature. The summer transfer window is in full swing, and every move these clubs make could totally change the landscape for next season.
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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