- Rodri, Manchester City’s midfield maestro and recent Ballon d’Or winner, is reflecting on his future, and the question Cityzens have been asking: Where will he end his career?
At 28, Rodri has firmly established himself as one of the Premier League’s top midfielders, helping City secure four consecutive league titles, as well as a Euro 2024 victory with Spain. But with two years still remaining on his contract at City, the rumors linking him to Real Madrid refuse to die down.
In a recent interview, Rodri spoke candidly about his current situation, revealing that he feels deeply valued at City but hasn’t ruled out a return to Spain. “I’m happy at City, but when Real Madrid, the best club in history, calls, it’s an honor,” he said. Rodri made it clear that he’s paying attention to Madrid’s interest.
The Spaniard also admitted that he’s thought about potentially finishing his career at Villarreal, where he started his journey before making moves to Atletico Madrid and City. Could a return to his roots be on the cards?
Despite speculation surrounding his future, Rodri isn’t just thinking about where he’ll play next. He also opened up about a defining moment in his early career.
At just 17, Rodri was on the brink of quitting football after struggling with the pressures of being away from home to join Villarreal’s youth setup. His father’s support kept him going. “I called my dad, heartbroken, asking if the sacrifices were worth it,” Rodri revealed.
Now, as a Ballon d’Or winner and one of the best midfielders in the world, Rodri has come a long way. But with Real Madrid eyeing his services, the question remains: Will he stay and continue to build his legacy at City, or will a return to Spain, potentially to the mighty Real Madrid, beckon?
Cityzens, what do you think? Is Rodri’s future in Manchester, or does Madrid have what it takes to lure him away?
