Real Madrid seemingly had the signing of Rodri completed and in their bag, but matters have taken an unexpected turn in recent hours.Just when it seemed like the player was set to be a new Galactico, ...

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  Real Madrid seemingly had the signing of Rodri completed and in their bag, but matters have taken an unexpected turn in recent hours.Just when it seemed like the player was set to be a new Galactico, ...
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  Real Madrid unable to reach deal with Spain captain Manchester City will allow midfielder to go for £60m Barcelona are considering whether to challenge Real Madrid’s attempt to sign Rodri from Manchester City, but have been frustrated in their efforts to persuade Atlético Madrid to sell Julián Alvarez. While City have not given up hope that Spain’s World Cup-winning captain will sign a new contract after he entered the final year of his deal, they are thought to be willing to allow him to leave