Real Madrid pursue Rodri as Pep Guardiola readies Manchester City exit
Real Madrid are increasingly confident of signing Spain midfielder Rodri this summer as Manchester City brace for a squad overhaul following Pep Guardiola’s impending departure.
The 29-year-old defensive anchor has emerged as a primary target for the Spanish giants ahead of the upcoming transfer window.
Guardiola’s expected exit from the Etihad Stadium appears to have opened the door for several high-profile departures at the end of the season.
Bayern Munich eye defensive reinforcement
Rodri is not the only seasoned international who could be leaving the reigning Premier League champions.
Bayern Munich are reportedly planning a shock move for 31-year-old England defender John Stones.
The versatile centre-back is seemingly set to end his long association with the Manchester club when the current campaign concludes.
Meanwhile, Atletico Madrid are closely monitoring the situation of 31-year-old Portugal playmaker Bernardo Silva.
Premier League rivals plot summer moves
Beyond the Etihad, Atletico are also weighing up a bid for Chelsea’s 27-year-old left-back Marc Cucurella.
Manchester United are facing their own squad adjustments, with 34-year-old Brazilian midfielder Casemiro closing in on a transfer to MLS franchise Inter Miami.
Barcelona have reportedly agreed personal terms with 28-year-old England forward Marcus Rashford to make his loan spell permanent.
However, the Catalan club have yet to agree on a final transfer fee with the Old Trafford hierarchy.
Liverpool seek vital squad additions
Liverpool are actively searching for new talent and have formally registered their interest in 20-year-old Hoffenheim winger Bazoumana Toure.
The Merseyside outfit will face stiff competition from Aston Villa, Newcastle United, and Manchester United for the highly rated Ivorian.
In a surprising development, Turkish side Fenerbahce have emerged as potential suitors for 33-year-old Egypt forward Mohamed Salah.
At the other end of the pitch, 33-year-old Brazil goalkeeper Alisson is keen to join Juventus regardless of their Champions League qualification status.