Real Madrid reevaluates midfield strategy after missing Rodri
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 6, 2026, 9:20 PM
Last updated Aug 6, 2026
Real Madrid has no current alternative target in mind after failing to secure Rodri from Manchester City. This comes amid mixed fortunes for the club, which announced the signing of Yan Diomandé and the renewal of Vinícius Jr.'s contract. Rodri, previously seen as a key addition, is reportedly set to join Barcelona instead. Coach José Mourinho will need to rely on existing midfield options, including Federico Valverde, Eduardo Camavinga, and Jude Bellingham, among others.
- •Rodri was expected to strengthen Real Madrid's midfield.
- •Madrid secured Yan Diomandé and extended Vinícius Jr.'s contract.
- •Existing midfield includes Valverde, Camavinga, and Bellingham.
- •Mourinho faces pressure to optimize current squad options.
- 9:20 PMYahoo Sports — Real Madrid’s midfield plan after missing out on Rodri
"La Liga giants Real Madrid do not have an alternative target in mind on the transfer market after missing out on Manchester City star Rodri.That’s according to numerous sources across the Spanish fo...
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