Pep Guardiola has confirmed Manchester City will not block midfielder Rodri from joining Real Madrid, should he pursue a move to the Spanish giants. Guardiola drew a contrast with Chelsea's handling of Enzo Fernández, who was suspended for discussing a potential transfer to Real Madrid. "What Chelsea has done is Chelsea," Guardiola said, emphasizing that players have the right to seek opportunities at top clubs. Rodri, born in Spain and widely regarded as one of the world's best midfielders, will enter the final year of his contract at City in 2027.

Guardiola reiterated that while the club prioritizes retaining its stars, individual players must follow their own paths. "The organisation of the club is above all of us," he stated, acknowledging that unhappy players should pursue transfers without penalty.