Barça: Rodri reveals Real Madrid’s XXL efforts to recruit him

FC Barcelona midfielder Rodri has revealed that Real Madrid made a major effort to sign him during the summer transfer window following his departure from Manchester City. Speaking to El Partidazo de COPE, the 2024 Ballon d'Or winner confirmed that Real Madrid expressed strong interest from the beginning and acted with exemplary behavior throughout the pursuit.

Rodri acknowledged that conversations with representatives at Real Madrid complicated his eventual decision before he chose to join Barcelona. However, the Spanish international declined to confirm whether he had spoken directly with Real Madrid president Florentino Pérez.