The future of Real Madrid forward Rodrygo Goes has taken another significant and surprising twist. According to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, Premier League champions Manchester City are now eyeing a potential move for the talented Brazilian star.
City reportedly see the 24-year-old as a “key addition” who could significantly strengthen their already formidable forward line. They are considering him a top target to add more dynamism and long-term quality to their attack for the upcoming season and beyond.
A deal for the Brazilian international will not come cheap. The report states that Real Madrid are demanding a fee of around €100 million for the player. While this is a huge sum, Manchester City are one of the very few clubs in world football with the financial power to potentially meet such a valuation.
This new interest from Manchester City greatly complicates an already complex situation. Liverpool have been the most persistent suitors for Rodrygo all summer and have been pushing for a deal. However, this was made more difficult after the player himself recently declared his intention to stay at Real Madrid and fight for his place.
Despite his personal desire to stay, Rodrygo faces a huge battle for regular minutes at the Bernabéu. With new manager Xabi Alonso favouring a two-striker system and the club overloaded with world-class talent like Kylian Mbappé, Vinícius Jr., and Endrick, a move for guaranteed playing time could still be a tempting prospect.
The entry of Manchester City into the race for Rodrygo changes everything. Their immense financial muscle makes them a very serious threat to other interested clubs like Liverpool. It also provides a new, elite option for Rodrygo to consider if he eventually decides that fighting for his place at a crowded Real Madrid is no longer a viable option.