Rodri Open To Real Madrid Transfer
Rodri is glad Pep Guardiola signed an extension with Manchester City as that improves his chances of remaining with the club, but he also left the door open to a potential move to Real Madrid. Rodri is currently out with a torn ACL.
\"It is a joy that Pep has decided to continue,\" Rodri, 28, told Cadena Ser radio in Spain. \"It\'s clear that he has been the most influential coach of my career. It\'s a joy for the club and for the Citizens for him to continue for at least two more years. When I signed there [with City in 2019], they told me that Pep would only stay for one or two years...\"
Rodri, who won the Ballon d\'Or in October, has two seasons remaining on his contract.
\"My focus is on my recovery,\" said Rodri when asked about his future. \"I have two years left on my contract, the time is approaching to sit down and speak again. It\'s clear that it [Guardiola\'s contract extension] is an important incentive. I feel very valued at the club. For the time being I\'m very happy.\"
Asked if he would consider joining Madrid, Rodri said: \"Obviously when Madrid, the best and most successful club in history, calls you, it is an honor. You always have to pay attention. But obviously of course not. I don\'t look too far ahead but it\'s a possibility that I could perfectly end my career in England.
\"It\'s a country that has given me everything, I have fallen in love with football there. The club is spectacular, not just from a sporting level but how it\'s structured. I feel comfortable and loved there. But Spain is my country. I am always aware of the League, the level of the teams is growing more and more. I\'ve been lucky to play in both leagues, to have the best coaches in the world and I feel very satisfied.\"