Florentino Pérez never resisted the brilliance of a Ballon d'Or. The president of Real Madrid built his legend by attracting the best players in the world in Bernabéu. After Zidane, Ronaldo, Kaká or Cristiano Ronaldo, the White House is about to open its doors to a new planetary star. And this time, the eyes are turning to a metronome from the midfield.
According to several indiscretions relayed in the Madrid spheres, Rodri, current golden ball and Manchester City player, would be the priority of the Spanish club to fill the void left by Toni Kroos. Since the departure of the German midfielder, no player has been able to impose the same calm and the same technical authority at the heart of the Madrid game. Rodri's profile, brilliant both in selection and in a club before his injury, fits perfectly with the Real requirements.
Rodri future Real Madrid player?
If Rodri's talent is no doubt, a hovers: his physical condition. Victim of a breakdown of the crossed ligaments last August, the Spanish midfielder has not walked the lawns since. A transfer as prestigious as risky, therefore. Real Madrid is aware of this, but hopes that the player will quickly regain his best level to embody the team's new conductor.
One more dream for Real Madrid?
Rodri has never hidden his desire to return to Liga one day. Trained in Spain, he retains a strong attachment with his country and could see in this transfer an opportunity to complete the loop in style. Manchester City, for its part, does not intend to sell off its champion. But the appeal of Real Madrid could make the difference.
If this transfer materializes, Rodri would become the first Ballon d'Or recruited by Real Madrid from Cristiano Ronaldo in 2009. New proof that, even after golden generations, Florentino Pérez continues to see big. Very large.
