Fabrizio Romano announces surprise with Rodrygo and Manchester City: 'I keep it'

Throughout the entire summer transfer window, Rodrygo Goes's future has been filled with rumors about his possible departure. While the player is fully focused on Real Madrid, Manchester City is interested in signing him. "I keep it; Manchester City still have Rodrygo Goes as their target... if they sell Savinho," revealed Fabrizio Romano.

These statements have left open the possibility that Rodrygo could end up under Josep Guardiola's orders. According to what we know at Defensa Central, the Brazilian is a player who greatly appeals to the Spanish coach. "Manchester City are still keeping an eye on Rodrygo," added Fabrizio Romano to confirm the English club's interest.

For now, the Brazilian winger is working harder than ever to earn playing time. His role as a substitute during the debut against Osasuna was clearly a surprising decision by Xabi Alonso. Although Rodrygo remains committed to the team, this could change in the coming days.

The latest City signing

After one of its worst seasons in many years, Manchester City has undergone a squad rebuild. With several departures but, above all, several signings, Guardiola has taken charge of renewing the team. While its debut in the Premier League was more than excellent, the coach still considers Rodrygo's signing necessary.

At 24 years old, the former Santos player from Brazil is one of the most decisive players in Europe. Despite his 14 goals and 11 assists last season, Rodrygo remains a very talented player. While City is known for having exorbitant capital, Guardiola prefers to finalize some departures before signing the player.

Savinho, 21 years old, hasn't managed to impress in the way Guardiola expected. With a value of €50 million (50 millones de euros) according to Transfermarkt, his departure would give City the necessary capital to sign Rodrygo. Even so, all of this depends on whether the player truly seeks to leave Real Madrid.

Rodrygo's priority

Even with the few minutes he has played under Xabi, Rodrygo hasn't considered leaving. Having overcome several challenges throughout his career, the Brazilian is determined to return to the starting line-up. However, if City makes a good offer, Rodrygo will face the most important decision of his career.