The Spanish international has shone in the tournament, where he has been chosen as the best player by FIFA. Juanma Rodríguez: “Real Madrid isn’t going to pay 100 or 70 million for Rodri. I’d like it to, but that’s something that’s not going to happen.”
All roads lead to Rodri Hernández . This is the prevailing sentiment in the media, especially after the Manchester City player’s outstanding World Cup performance. The midfielder provided balance to the Spanish national team, helping them win their second star and captaining a squad that made history once again. Rodri’s performance was recognized by FIFA, as he was chosen as the tournament’s best player, based on his statistics during the 39-day competition . Rodri covered the most ground at this World Cup and also completed the most passes, with a 93% accuracy rate (747 out of 800 passes).
These impressive statistics have led Artificial Intelligence (AI) to weigh in on Rodri’s potential signing for Real Madrid, as José Mourinho believes the team’s midfield isn’t quite complete and lacks a player with a specific positional role. And for the AI, there’s no doubt: from a footballing and tactical perspective, the former Villarreal player could be a perfect fit for Real Madrid’s structure . This isn’t just due to his outstanding World Cup performance, but also because his characteristics are entirely compatible with the needs of Los Blancos, especially since Toni Kroos’ retirement, which left a significant gap in the midfield. According to the AI, Real Madrid needs a guiding light, and Rodri fits that profile perfectly.
According to AI, Real Madrid’s overabundance of muscle and lack of composure in midfield make the signing of Rodri advisable. Rodri, who is already 30 years old and has a contract with Manchester City until 2027, is a prime example. While Real Madrid’s midfield is known for its physicality, power in transition, and attacking runs, it lacks a holding midfielder to anchor the team during extended periods of possession. Analysts like Geminis and ChatGPT consider Rodri’s arrival at the Santiago Bernabéu a positive development, as he would provide security, control, and dominance. He is the pivot capable of reading the game under pressure and recovering possession after losing it. The AI concludes that the Spanish national team captain would provide the leadership and creativity Real Madrid needs when opponents sit deep .
Rodri, subject of debate
Defensa Central had already reported that Rodri had been ruled out by Real Madrid, primarily due to his advanced age and medical history. The midfielder missed 27 matches for Manchester City last season and suffered a cruciate ligament rupture in his right knee in 2014, a significant concern for the club. However, there is a faction within the board that may be pressuring Florentino Pérez to sign Rodri, whose record also includes the Ballon d’Or he won two years ago, his taunts towards Vinicius Junior, and his disrespect towards Real Madrid in Champions League matches against City in recent years.
