The summer was very lively, whether in Barcelona or Madrid. The two enemy clubs did not hesitate to invest to strengthen their squad, and they were sometimes interested in the same players. We know, for example, that Barça was interested in Bernardo Silva and Marc Cucurella, who ultimately joined the sworn enemy of the Blaugrana. But for Rodri on the other hand, it was Hansi Flick’s team that was the winner and was able to host the 2024 Ballon d’Or, which has already established itself as a boss in midfield.
A nice sporting blow for FC Barcelona therefore, which offered itself the playing master of the European and World champion team, and a hard blow inflicted on its rival, which would have really needed such reinforcement for its environment. Especially when we see the shortcomings in this position at the start of the season on the Merengue side. And now according to the Spanish media, there could be a second Rodri case soon.
Madrid revenge?
Indeed, FC Barcelona wishes to enlist Pedro Porro (27 years old), while the 2026 world champion wants to leave Tottenham during the next summer transfer window. Under contract with the London club until June 2031, the Spanish right-back would consider leaving England to return to the Spanish championship. FC Barcelona is carefully monitoring his situation and sees in him an interesting profile to strengthen the right lane, thanks to his offensive qualities, his speed and his international experience, as reported the Sport newspaper. Especially since the future of Jules Koundé, who has become a replacement, remains very unclear.
For its part, the Cadena SER adds that Real Madrid also wants to acquire the right side of La Roja. The radio, which indicates that Barça was impressed by its agreement with Lamine Yamal, explains that the Merengues want to strengthen themselves with Porro and in the process take a little revenge for the Rodri affair. For the moment, the choice of player seems to fall mainly on the Catalan club, but the situation could change…
