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Real Madrid declines opportunity to sign Rodri amid election campaign

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 2, 2026, 11:15 AM

Last updated Jun 2, 2026

Real Madrid declines opportunity to sign Rodri amid election campaign

Summary

Real Madrid has opted not to pursue Manchester City midfielder Rodri despite him being offered to the club. Club president Florentino Perez has decided against the transfer, amidst ongoing speculation surrounding Rodri due to connections with presidential candidate Enrique Riquelme. Riquelme has emphasized Rodri's potential value to the team if he were president, fueling discussions related to the upcoming election. With Rodri focused on the World Cup, no further developments in this transfer are expected at this time.

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By the Numbers

•Rodri was offered to Real Madrid but the club is not interested.
•The speculation around Rodri is linked to upcoming presidential elections.
•Riquelme has expressed admiration for Rodri during campaign discussions.
•Rodri is currently focused on the World Cup and remains professional.
•Perez prioritizes maintaining long-term stability over election-driven moves.

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