An older man with glasses and a dark suit appears in the foreground on a soccer training field; in the background, a player is training and the Manchester City crest can be seen.
Rodrygo, Florentino and Manchester City's crest | Camara Real Madrid Confidencial
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Real Madrid's reaction to City's attempt to sign Rodrygo: 'That or nothing'

There is already a response from Rodrygo, City knows the decision the white club has made

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Borja Díaz

In recent hours, Rodrygo's name has once again become a main topic in the transfer market. Manchester City is said to have set its sights on him as an alternative to the departures of Grealish, McAtee, and Savinho. If it loses one of the latter two—the first has already left—it would go after the Madridist.

In fact, the first contacts from City have reportedly already taken place, testing the waters for Rodrygo's signing. At Real Madrid, they have reacted immediately to this attempt by the Citizens. Moreover, they have taken the opportunity to send a message to all clubs interested in the Brazilian.

Real Madrid player controlling the ball during a match while a coach gives instructions from the sideline
Rodrygo in a Club World Cup match | RealMadridConfidencial

They demand that anyone who wants to sign Rodrygo submit an offer of at least €100 million. "That or nothing" is what they repeat in the halls of Valdebebas, according to sources close to Defensa Central. This is the price they want to get because they consider it the fairest.

As we said, now it is City that is making this new attempt to secure his signing. It is also a warning for Liverpool, which is also being mentioned as a possible destination. Or even Tottenham, whose offer submitted a few days ago fell short of that figure.

Rodrygo can wait one week

Rodrygo seemed certain that he wanted to stay at Real Madrid, at least that's what he has conveyed. With the start of preseason, he didn't inform the club of any intention to leave, which is essential. If he doesn't do so, the club has decided to close the door on him.

Soccer player in a Real Madrid uniform waving in a packed stadium during an important match
Rodrygo with the Bernabéu in the background | Enrique Sanz

In recent hours, City's interest could be starting to make him change his mind. He knows they could offer him a huge salary, Guardiola wants him, and he could get minutes on the left wing. In addition, his agent will travel to England to see what possibilities there are.

Although everything could be postponed for up to a week, when Real Madrid – Osasuna is played. If Rodrygo sees that he gets playing time and is important, he could decide to stay. If, on the other hand, he doesn't play at all, he could explore Premier League offers.

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