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Rodri Hernández, a 30-year-old Spanish midfielder from Manchester City, is not among Paris Saint-Germain's targets for this transfer market. The French club has not initiated contacts and does not consider competing for a player whose contract ends in June 2027, leaving the way clear for his transfer to Real Madrid.
In Paris, it is denied that Rodri's name has been considered by Nasser Al-Khelaïfi, Luis Campos, or Luis Enrique. The information also dismisses any possible interest as a retaliation for the advantage gained by the white club in the Yan Diomande operation.
The midfielder is indeed linked with Real Madrid, which is looking to strengthen its midfield before the market closes. Manchester City wants to renew his contract, but the proximity of its expiration date forces the English club to evaluate the possibility of an offer.
Paris Saint-Germain Rules Out Rodri Hernández
Paris Saint-Germain considers the position of Rodri Hernández covered by Vitinha, a key player in Luis Enrique's system. The Portuguese player acts as an organizer and has a contract with the French club until 2030.
The squad also has João Neves, Fabián Ruiz, and Warren Zaïre-Emery to cover different areas of the midfield. The variety of options explains why the sports management has not included the Spanish international in its plans.
Therefore, there is no operation aimed at driving up Rodri's price or making it difficult for him to join Real Madrid. PSG asserts that its withdrawal from the bidding for Diomande was due to the transfer cost and the salary demands of the Leipzig forward.
The French club decided not to surpass the economic limits set for the 19-year-old player. In contrast, Real Madrid continues to negotiate a deal exceeding 100 million euros and could reach an agreement during this week.
Real Madrid Keeps the Option for Rodri Hernández Open
Real Madrid's interest depends on the conditions set by Manchester City and the departures that the Spanish club can complete. The signing of Diomande would entail another high outlay, so the club needs to adjust its squad before undertaking a second operation.
Rodri's contract ends in 2027, a circumstance that limits the negotiating margin for the English club. City aims to prevent the player from entering the final months of his contract without renewal, but there is still no agreement to extend his stay.
The midfielder would come to LaLiga to occupy a specific role in the midfield. His signing could also depend on the situation of Aurélien Tchouaméni and Eduardo Camavinga, two players who have attracted interest in the Premier League.
PSG Needs to Strengthen Its Attack
Meanwhile, PSG is focusing its search on offensive positions. After withdrawing from the Diomande deal, the name of Ferran Torres emerges among the alternatives analyzed to bolster Luis Enrique's attack.
The next move lies with Manchester City. If Rodri Hernández does not accept the renewal, the English club will need to decide whether to listen to Real Madrid before the market closes or keep the player until the final year of his contract. Unless there is a change in plans, Paris Saint-Germain will remain out of the negotiation.
This news is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, Vía libre del Real Madrid para fichar a Rodri
