Manchester City discusses potential replacement for Rodri amid Real Madrid interest
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 27, 2026, 2:45 PM
Last updated Jul 27, 2026
Manchester City has initiated discussions for a potential replacement for midfielder Rodri as Real Madrid eyes the Spain international. With Rodri in the final year of his contract and reportedly open to a move, City is considering Lille's Ayyoub Bouaddi as his successor. Bouaddi, an 18-year-old Moroccan, impressed at the recent World Cup and has become a central figure for Lille. Manchester City is ready to meet Lille's asking price of around €100 million for Bouaddi but has not yet decided on the timing of the transfer. The situation remains contingent on Rodri's future and his potential move to Madrid, where he may reunite with manager Jose Mourinho.
- •Real Madrid is pursuing Rodri, who is open to a move.
- •Manchester City is targeting Ayyoub Bouaddi as Rodri's replacement.
- •Bouaddi gained attention for his performances at the World Cup.
- •City plans to meet Lille's €100 million asking price.
- •Rodri's contract situation prompts City to act in the transfer market.
- 2:45 PMYahoo Sports — Manchester City begin talks for Real Madrid key target’s potential successor – report
"Real Madrid continue to be one of the busiest clubs in the transfer market this summer. Club president Florentino Perez is determined to avoid another season without a major trophy and is prepared to ...
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