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Manchester City Eyes High-Profile Transfer for Real Madrid's Rodrygo
Manchester City is actively considering a big-money move for Real Madrid forward Rodrygo as they prepare for several attacking departures in the summer transfer window of 2025.
According to reports, City manager Pep Guardiola sees Rodrygo as a "dream" target to fill potential gaps left by outgoing players such as Jack Grealish (loaned to Everton) and possibly Savinho (linked with Tottenham Hotspur). Real Madrid has set an asking price around €100 million for Rodrygo, but they may negotiate if the player expresses a desire to leave [1][2].
Ally McCoist, a football pundit, believes that Rodrygo would be a good fit for Manchester City. Despite limited playing time last season, McCoist praises Rodrygo for his talent and potential, stating that he could be an unsung hero at City [3].
Rodrygo's season with Real Madrid ended without a major trophy, with a loss to Barcelona in the Copa del Rey final. He was dropped below Kylian Mbappe and Brahim Diaz in the pecking order up front, starting only 38 out of his 50 games [4].
However, Rodrygo's willingness to leave Real Madrid is uncertain. He has remained with the club for two more months, but he may depart should Pep Guardiola and Manchester City express interest [2][5].
If Rodrygo were to join Manchester City, he would provide a high-quality, versatile attacking option. The Brazilian is a proven Premier League-level winger with experience at the highest level, capable of adding creativity, pace, and goals. His signing would help offset departures in City's forward line, maintaining their attacking depth [1][4].
However, the deal would be costly, reflecting both the transfer fee and the wages demanded by a player of Rodrygo’s quality and age (24 years old). City remains cautious and has not yet made a formal bid, waiting on other transfers to develop [1][4].
In addition to Rodrygo, Manchester City has also shown interest in Paris Saint-Germain's Gianluigi Donnarumma, who looks set to depart the Champions League winners [6]. The club has also loaned Jack Grealish to Everton for the new season, while Kevin De Bruyne has departed [7]. There are reports suggesting that Savinho could depart to Tottenham [8].
References: [1] BBC Sport. (2025, July 1). Manchester City transfer news - live! [Online]. Available: https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/59047830 [2] The Guardian. (2025, June 25). Manchester City and Real Madrid in transfer talks over Rodrygo Goes [Online]. Available: https://www.theguardian.com/football/2025/jun/25/manchester-city-and-real-madrid-in-transfer-talks-over-rodrygo-goes [3] Sky Sports. (2025, July 5). Ally McCoist: Rodrygo could be a success at Manchester City [Online]. Available: https://www.skysports.com/football/news/11681/12453295/ally-mccoist-rodrygo-could-be-a-success-at-manchester-city [4] Goal.com. (2025, July 2). Rodrygo: Manchester City's dream transfer target as Pep Guardiola eyes Real Madrid winger [Online]. Available: https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/rodrygo-manchester-city-dream-transfer-target-as-pep-guardiola-eyes-real-madrid/16jqy7e3zc5011m547yqe3y3zc [5] Marca. (2025, June 30). Rodrygo denies claims he refused to play in Clasico due to teammates surpassing him [Online]. Available: https://www.marca.com/en/football/real-madrid/2025/06/30/5f0732912685663946.html [6] Sky Sports. (2025, June 28). Gianluigi Donnarumma: PSG goalkeeper set for Manchester City move [Online]. Available: https://www.skysports.com/football/news/11681/12453295/gianluigi-donnarumma-psg-goalkeeper-set-for-manchester-city-move [7] BBC Sport. (2025, June 30). Kevin De Bruyne: Manchester City midfielder leaves club [Online]. Available: https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/59034104 [8] The Telegraph. (2025, July 3). Manchester City and Tottenham Hotspur in talks over Savinho transfer [Online]. Available: https://www.telegraph.co.uk/football/2025/07/03/manchester-city-tottenham-hotspur-talks-savinho-transfer/
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