Manchester City midfielder Rodri clarifies Real Madrid transfer comments
Manchester City midfielder Rodri has accused the media of taking his quotes out of context following reports linking him with a future move to Real Madrid.
The Spain international recently made headlines when a radio interview appeared to show him praising the European champions and hinting at a return to La Liga.
Those remarks sparked widespread speculation regarding the future of the 29-year-old at Etihad Stadium.
However, following his national team’s 3-0 victory over Serbia, the former Atletico Madrid star fired back at his critics.
Addressing the media distortion
“If, out of a 50-minute interview, they cut out whatever they want… in the end, I don’t have much more to say,” Rodri stated.
“I’m a person who speaks directly. The interview is there if you want to listen to it in its entirety… and not just certain snippets.”
The holding midfielder is currently sidelined as he rehabilitates from a significant injury.
He insisted that his primary focus remains firmly on regaining his fitness rather than negotiating a new deal ahead of a crucial World Cup cycle.
Contract talks and recovery focus
“What worries me right now is my feeling, my level, how to get back to my previous level,” he explained.
Despite acknowledging his enduring affection for Spanish football, the four-time Premier League winner reiterated his happiness in England.
The midfield anchor’s current contract with the English champions runs until June 2027.
He noted that while discussions about his future will eventually happen, there is no immediate rush to sit down with club officials.
“Obviously, there will be a point where we’ll have to sit down and talk, have a conversation.”
