Paris Saint-Germain is reportedly making a move for Manchester City midfielder Rodri, positioning themselves as a serious contender for his signature this summer, according to Fichajes.
While Rodri has previously been linked with Spanish giants Real Madrid and Atletico Madrid, recent reports suggest the French club is now emerging as his most likely next destination. Despite having just one year left on his contract with City, the club may be reluctant to let go of the influential midfielder.
The report also speculates that at 29, and with a history of injury issues in the past two seasons, this might be an opportune moment for City to consider offloading Rodri, who could be considered past his absolute peak.
Rodri's future remains a hot topic, with his decision potentially becoming clearer after the upcoming World Cup. The impending departure of Pep Guardiola as City manager could also prompt star players like Rodri to explore new opportunities. Fichajes suggests Rodri is attracted to the PSG project, a notion not surprising given their recent success in reaching the Champions League finals.
However, there are conflicting reports, with reliable journalist Matteo Moretto previously indicating that City were close to accelerating contract talks with Rodri and downplaying Real Madrid's interest. The potential PSG interest could shift the landscape, as a move to the Parc des Princes might be a tempting prospect.
Despite the reported interest, it's unclear if PSG genuinely needs another midfielder, given the talent they already possess, including Joao Neves, Vitinha, Warren Zaire-Emery, and Fabian Ruiz. Rodri, aiming for regular game time, might find competition fierce within the star-studded PSG squad.
