The footballer who must leave Real Madrid for them to sign Rodri

Real Madrid must let go before being able to sign the Spanish international midfielder

Héctor Andreu | 23 Jul 2026 | 10.34
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Camavinga must leave for Rodri to arrive / El Noticiero Digital
Camavinga must leave for Rodri to arrive / El Noticiero Digital

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Rodri Hernández, a 30-year-old midfielder for Manchester City, has once again become a real option within the transfer market of Real Madrid to strengthen the midfield. The operation would only progress if the white club frees up space in the midfield and negotiates a transfer that various estimates place between 50 and 70 million euros.

The information released by Nacho Peña points to a change in criteria at Valdebebas after the World Cup. Rodri's performance would have dispelled internal doubts about his recovery following the serious knee injury he suffered in September 2024.

However, the scenario does not yet correspond to an advanced signing. Other reports published on July 23 indicate that there are no formal contacts or agreement with City, so the interest is subject to prior movements in the squad.

Rodri Hernández's move depends on departures in midfield

The Madrid club already has Aurélien Tchouaméni, Eduardo Camavinga, Fede Valverde, Jude Bellingham, Arda Güler, and Thiago Pitarch for three positions. Rodri's arrival would raise the number to seven midfielders, exceeding the club's desired limit of six.

Therefore, the sports management considers at least one departure necessary before proceeding. A second sale could help financially and in terms of squad balance, although it is not an absolute condition until negotiation between clubs takes place.

Camavinga is the most likely candidate to enter the market. Several Premier League teams have shown interest in the Frenchman, but the midfielder currently does not consider leaving Madrid, which hinders any potential move.

The situation of Tchouaméni also affects the analysis. The Frenchman plays as a pivot, sharing many of the roles that Rodri would take, so the coaching staff would need to define the distribution of minutes before adding another specialist in that position.

Camavinga must leave for Rodri to arrive

Manchester City faces negotiations marked by 2027

Rodri Hernández is under contract with Manchester City until June 30, 2027. This timeline reduces the English club's flexibility: if he does not renew in the coming months, the player could enter the final year of his contract without the club securing a future sale.

The Spanish international wants to return to LaLiga and sees the white club as the priority destination, as reported. His family also views that possibility favorably, although the player has not publicly requested a transfer.

The price will be another negotiation point. Rodri's age, contract, and recent injury history may lower the initial valuation, but his performance in the World Cup has strengthened City's position in setting the economic terms.

An immediate resolution is not expected. The Madrid club would need to first finalize Camavinga's or another midfielder's departure, then contact the English club to see if an agreement can be reached before the end of the transfer window.

Thus, the next move regarding Rodri Hernández's future will depend on the sales that the white club can complete. Without a vacancy in midfield, his return to LaLiga will remain a possibility; with a departure, Real Madrid can transform interest into formal negotiations.

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