Guardiola Open to Rodri's Potential Transfer to Real Madrid

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Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has stated that he will not stand in Rodri's way if the midfielder wishes to leave for Real Madrid, although he believes Rodri will stay at City beyond this summer.

Pep Guardiola has expressed that he will not obstruct Rodri's potential transfer to Real Madrid if the midfielder desires to leave Manchester City. However, Guardiola believes Rodri will remain at the club beyond this summer.

Rodri, whose contract with City expires in June 2027, was questioned about reports that Real Madrid's president, Florentino Pérez, is interested in signing him. The 29-year-old noted that being a former Atlético Madrid player would not be an obstacle, referencing other players who have made similar moves.

Guardiola emphasized that the club's organization is above individual players, and if a player is unhappy, they should be allowed to leave. He expressed his positive feelings about Rodri staying at City, highlighting the midfielder's significant contributions to the team.

Guardiola's own contract with City also expires in the summer of 2027, but he stated that he has previously discussed his future and sees no need to revisit the topic.

City will host Liverpool in an FA Cup quarter-final on Saturday, with Guardiola aiming to make history by leading a team to a fourth consecutive final.