Rodri, the 30-year-old Spain and Manchester City midfielder (under contract until 2027), has been linked to Paris Saint-Germain during this transfer window, even though he previously appeared to be leaning towards Real Madrid. PSG Inside Actus and journalist David Ornstein (The Athletic) have provided updates on the situation.
PSG Inside Actus: “Paris Saint-Germain did not initiate the first contacts regarding Rodri.”
Contrary to reports circulating this afternoon, Paris Saint-Germain did not initiate the first contacts regarding Rodri.
According to available information, it was the player, his agent, and his entourage who reached out to PSG to gauge the Parisian club’s interest in potentially signing the Spanish midfielder.
David Ornstein: “Real Madrid has reached an agreement to sign Rodri.”
After a brief twist in the saga that added a touch of suspense, the prevailing feeling is that Rodri is indeed heading to Real Madrid—though it remains unclear whether PSG actually made a serious attempt. That claim has been questioned, and understandably so; given the current squad, he would hardly be the most obvious signing.
One must always exercise caution during the transfer window. Media hype is part of the game, with clubs or agents sometimes using it to exert pressure during negotiations. There is nothing concrete yet, so it pays to be wary.
In any case, Rodri seems a long way off from joining PSG, which comes as no surprise. What might be more concerning is seeing Ayyoub Bouaddi (18, Lille and Morocco) heading toward Manchester City. If he leaves Ligue 1 without passing through Paris, there is a risk he may never end up there—considering the likelihood of his price tag inflating and the rarity of players returning to the French league. However, nothing is certain yet. A move to PSG has largely been ruled out, despite the hopes of some fans.
