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Real Madrid targets Rodri as City looses key midfielder

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Real Madrid eyes 29‑year‑old Rodri as Pep Guardiola exits Manchester City, setting the stage for a high‑profile summer transfer window. The Spaniard, a product of Manchester’s academy, could become the first major signing for the Rossoneri amid speculation that City will lose a core midfielder.

Bayern Munich have turned their sights to England defender John Stones, who is set to depart City at season’s end. A shock move could see the 31‑year‑old leave the Premier League for the German capital, a step that would reshape both clubs’ defensive cores and alter Bayern’s midfield options, boosting their campaign for the Champions League title.

Meanwhile, Liverpool goalkeeper Alisson has expressed a desire to join Juventus, even if the Serie A side misses Champions League qualification. The Brazilian, 33, would become one of the few elite keepers to switch from the Premier League to Italy in a single season.

Other hot names include Barcelona’s bid for Marcus Rashford, Fenerbahçe eyeing Mohamed Salah, and Chelsea weighing a move for Edmond Tapsoba. These potential deals could shift power balances across Europe, leaving clubs to balance ambition with financial prudence.