Newly appointed Manchester City manager Enzo Maresca shared his thoughts on the ongoing transfer rumours surrounding Rodri and Real Madrid. His statements might come across rather deflating for the Real Madrid fans who want to see Rodri at the Bernabeu.
“Around big players there is always speculation. I’m not worried about that, I think it’s normal. I think every manager wants to have Rodri, because he’s a top player,” Maresca said.
“Now, surgery on Monday. He needs holidays, he needs to rest, he needs to recover. Then he will be back here with us.”
Rodri had delayed the surgery for the World Cup. He was named the best player of the tournament as he led Spain to their second World Cup. It is now going to be a long summer. There are different reports about Real Madrid’s interest in Rodri almost every day. The player is now going on holidays, as confirmed by his current manager. The saga could drag on into the last few days of the transfer window.