Rodri said he will wait until after the World Cup to decide on his future at Manchester City amid Real Madrid links. The 29‑year‑old midfielder, who joined City from Atlético Madrid in 2019, has a year left on his contract and has voiced a desire to return to Spain. He declined to comment further during the press conference today as the.

Rodri’s comments come as Real Madrid president candidate Enrique Riquelme eyes a potential move, pending his challenge to Florentino Pérez. The Spanish international has already won four Premier League titles and a Champions League with City, and earned the Ballon d’Or in 2024 before a cruciate tear in September. His injury history may influence transfer talks for both clubs and.

By postponing the decision, Rodri keeps focus on the national squad and City’s upcoming fixtures. His choice will affect squad depth at midfield and could trigger a search for a replacement. The transfer window will open in July, but any move will hinge on post‑World Cup negotiations for both teams and fans who await updates later in the season as the club adjusts its strategy for the next campaign.