To double the salary of Mr. Golden Balls, Manchester City smashes Real Madrid s dream of signing

In order to retain the team's core Rodri, Premier League giants Manchester City took decisive measures to send the Spanish international a sincere contract renewal to resist potential poaching from Real Madrid.

According to Spanish media "Fichajes", Manchester City responded quickly against the background of Real Madrid's intention to bring the Spanish midfielder back to the Iberian Peninsula. They have submitted a new contract to Rodri for 2030 and have significantly increased his annual salary from the current 11 million euros to more than 20 million euros.

If Rodri accepts this offer, he will become the second highest-paid player in Manchester City's Etihad Stadium, second only to Haaland. This contract renewal is not only a financial increase, but also reflects the club's high recognition of the 29-year-old midfielder's tactical status and core role.

Manchester City is not just hoping to keep Rodri with money. Club executives also promised him a clearer leadership role, a core influence in the locker room, and a sporting development strategy developed around him over the next five years.

According to analysis, Real Madrid also realized that the transfer was extremely difficult. Rodri's current contract with Manchester City will not expire until 2027, and he is an indispensable key figure in Guardiola's tactical system. Therefore, the possibility of the 1996-born star joining the Bernabeu is slim.

Despite this, Real Madrid has not given up on their interest in Rodri. They will continue to pay attention to developments and will hold formal negotiations with Manchester City at the right time.