Real Madrid accepts Rodri's decision to join Barcelona, plans midfield adjustments

Real Madrid has acknowledged that Rodri Hernández will not join the club, opting instead for Barcelona. This decision was communicated directly by Rodri, who reportedly expressed his future lay with the Catalan side. Despite missing out on their primary target, the club has decided not to pursue additional midfield acquisitions. Real Madrid believes it has sufficient depth in its current squad and plans to utilize Bernardo Silva in a deeper midfield role. The team is confident in its existing players, including Federico Valverde, Aurelien Tchouameni, and Eduardo Camavinga, to fill the gaps.

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