Manchester City again shows interest in Rodrygo Goes, Real Madrid striker, in a movement that could become one of the most popular transfers of the 2025 signing market. After the imminent departure of Jack Grealish to Everton and the possible march from Savinho to Tottenham, the English club contemplates the Brazilian as a priority option to reinforce his attack.
Rodrygo, 24 years old and valued at 100 million euros, was already the objective of the Sky Blues in previous seasons, but always chose to continue in Real Madrid. However, his role has changed with the arrival of Xabi Alonso to the meringue bench. The Basque coach barely gave him minutes at the Club World Cup and seems not to consider him a key piece in his new project. This situation could open the door to an exit.
A favorable scenario for transfer
In Valdebebas they keep calm, but the Madrid directive would be willing to listen to offers close to 100 million if the player approves the operation. For now, there is no formal Manchester City proposal, although sports director Hugo Viana could accelerate negotiations if pending sales of the English club are completed.
Rodrygo has a contract until 2028 and has reiterated his love for Real Madrid, but the opportunity to be an indisputable holder under the orders of Pep Guardiola could change his decision. The City’s style, based on versatile extremes and great offensive mobility, fits perfectly with the qualities of the Brazilian: speed, dribble, goal and ability to unbalance.
Internal competition at Real Madrid
Gonzalo’s irruption in the first team, the signing of Franco Mastantuono and the new tactical scheme of Xabi Alonso have reduced Rodrygo’s possibilities to be a starter. Although the Basque coach tries to recover it in preseason, his future seems increasingly uncertain.
Key operation at market closure
With three weeks to close the signing market, the Rodrygo case promises to be one of the most followed. Manchester City will debut in the Premier League against Wolves, while Real Madrid will open LaLiga against Osasuna. If Citizens want to hit the market, they must act quickly to make sure a player who could fit perfectly in the Etihad Stadium.
