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Real Madrid rules out signing Rodri despite World Cup recognition

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 21, 2026, 6:20 AM

Last updated Jul 21, 2026

Real Madrid rules out signing Rodri despite World Cup recognition

Summary

Real Madrid announced they will not pursue Manchester City midfielder Rodri, despite his recent performance at the FIFA World Cup. Rodri was named the tournament's best player, which reignited transfer speculation. Reports indicate that Madrid's decision was made prior to the World Cup and remains unchanged after Spain's victory. The club has faced challenges in midfield recruitment, lacking necessary player sales to facilitate new signings this summer. Jose Mourinho has urged for midfield reinforcements without success to date.

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What We Know

•Rodri won the Golden Ball at the FIFA World Cup.
•Real Madrid confirmed they will not sign Rodri this summer.
•The club had decided on their position before the World Cup.
•Madrid struggles to sell players for midfield reinforcements.
•Bernardo Silva is currently their only new signing for midfield.

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6:20 AMYahoo Sports — ‘Zero percent chance’: Real Madrid will not sign World Cup hero despite growing speculation

What they're saying

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Rodri was named the best player at the recently concluded FIFA World Cup, and the development rekindled speculation on Real Madrid’s interest in the player.After all, the midfielder was in fine form...
— Yahoo Sports

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